Defined jobs and complete prices
UK locksmith prices
Compare a complete job, not a call-out figure. Time, postcode, entry method, lock specification, parts and VAT can all change the total.
Ranges with a clear scope
Every range below has a defined job and assumption.
| Defined job | Expected range | Important assumption |
|---|---|---|
| Straightforward daytime entry without parts | £90–£130 | A clearly defined daytime job completed without replacement parts. |
| Standard euro-cylinder replacement, fitted | £100–£150 | The cylinder specification and number of included keys still matter. |
| Higher-security or anti-snap euro cylinder | £125–£175 | Brand and security grade materially affect the parts cost. |
| Standard mortice-lock replacement | £115–£190 | Door modification or a non-standard lock case can change the total. |
| Broken-key extraction without replacement | £80–£120 | Assumes the lock otherwise works and the key can be removed. |
These are directional 2026 UK research ranges for defined jobs, not quotes from every business. Legitimate prices can fall outside them when the scope, time, location or parts differ.
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- VAT and time bandConfirm VAT plus evening, night, weekend or bank-holiday charges.
- Change after diagnosisAgree which finding could change the amount and ask before extra work proceeds.
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