Identify the key before comparing prices
Key-cutting cost
A simple household key, a restricted key and a programmed vehicle key are not comparable purchases. Start by identifying the key and everything the finished copy must do.
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What customers paid
The key type changes the job
Across 102 usable customer accounts that named key cutting and a pound amount, the median was £100 and the central 50% ran from £25 to £200. This group includes different household, restricted and vehicle keys, so it is evidence of variation—not a quote for one key.
| Job customers described | Median amount mentioned | Central 50% | Usable accounts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Key cutting | £100 | £25–£200 | 102 |
These are amounts customers included in their accounts, not quotes or verified invoices. Jobs differ by time, place, parts and complexity. The central 50% shows the typical spread; genuine amounts can be lower or higher.
Before you travel or book
Four details to confirm
- Key and lock typeShare a clear photograph or the lock and key details so the business can confirm it handles that system.
- Permission or key cardRestricted and registered keys may require an authorisation card, identification or the registered owner's approval.
- Cutting or programmingFor vehicle keys, confirm whether the price includes the blade, chip, remote and programming.
- Where the work happensCheck whether you need to visit a shop or whether a mobile specialist can complete the work at the vehicle or property.
One price cannot cover every kind of key
The most useful first question is not “how much is a key?” but “can you make this exact key, and what is included in the finished result?”
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