E-commerce Website Development UK
Launch your online store with confidence. From Shopify and WooCommerce to fully custom e-commerce solutions, we build secure, scalable online shops that convert visitors into customers.
E-commerce Platforms We Work With
Choose the right platform for your business needs and budget
Shopify
Perfect for small to medium businesses wanting a quick, reliable setup
- Custom theme design
- Up to 50 products
- Payment gateway setup
- Shipping configuration
- Mobile responsive
- Basic SEO setup
WooCommerce
WordPress-based solution with unlimited customisation potential
- Custom WordPress theme
- Unlimited products
- Multiple payment gateways
- Advanced shipping rules
- Product variations
- Discount & coupon system
- Inventory management
- No monthly platform fees
Custom Build
Bespoke solution for complex requirements and high-volume stores
- Fully bespoke design
- Custom functionality
- API integrations
- Multi-currency support
- Advanced reporting
- Subscription products
Everything Your Online Store Needs
Comprehensive e-commerce features to help you sell more
Secure Payments
Stripe, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay and more. SSL encrypted and PCI compliant.
Shopping Cart
Smooth checkout experience with cart persistence, guest checkout and saved carts.
Inventory Management
Track stock levels, set low stock alerts and manage product variants easily.
Shipping Zones
Configure shipping rates by location, weight, price or flat rate. Royal Mail & DPD integration.
Discounts & Coupons
Create percentage or fixed discounts, free shipping offers and promotional codes.
Customer Accounts
Order history, saved addresses, wishlists and account dashboards for repeat customers.
Analytics & Reports
Sales reports, customer insights, product performance and conversion tracking.
Mobile Commerce
Over 60% of purchases happen on mobile. Our stores are built mobile-first.
How We Build Your Store
A proven process that gets your products online quickly
Discovery Call
We discuss your products, target market, competitors and business goals to recommend the right platform.
Design & Planning
Custom store design that matches your brand, optimised for conversions and user experience.
Development
We build your store, configure payments, shipping and add your products with optimised descriptions.
Testing & Launch
Thorough testing of checkout, payments and mobile experience before going live.
Training & Handover
Full training on managing orders, adding products and running promotions. Plus ongoing support.
E-commerce FAQs
Common questions about building an online store
E-commerce website costs in the UK typically range from £999 for a basic Shopify store to £15,000+ for complex custom solutions. A WooCommerce store with 50-200 products usually costs between £1,500-£3,000. The final price depends on the number of products, custom features needed, payment integrations and design complexity.
Shopify is ideal if you want a hassle-free solution with hosting included. You pay a monthly fee (£25-£259/month) but get automatic updates, security and support. Best for beginners and those wanting minimal technical involvement.
WooCommerce is better for those wanting full control and no monthly platform fees. You own your store completely and can customise everything. Requires WordPress hosting (£50-200/year) but offers more flexibility and lower long-term costs for growing businesses.
A standard Shopify or WooCommerce store takes 2-4 weeks from start to launch. This includes design, development, product upload and payment configuration. Custom e-commerce builds with bespoke features typically take 6-12 weeks. The timeline also depends on how quickly you can provide product images, descriptions and content.
We integrate all major payment methods including: Stripe (cards), PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Klarna (buy now pay later), and bank transfers. For Shopify stores, Shopify Payments offers competitive rates. For WooCommerce, we typically recommend Stripe for the best combination of features and fees (1.4% + 20p for UK cards).
Yes, we handle complete store migrations including products, categories, customer data, order history and URL redirects to preserve your SEO. We've migrated stores from Magento, OpenCart, Squarespace, Wix and custom platforms to Shopify and WooCommerce. Migration costs depend on the number of products and data complexity.
Both Shopify and WooCommerce can handle UK VAT automatically. We configure tax rates for UK sales (20% standard, 5% reduced, 0% exempt). For international sales, we can set up tax rules by country. If you're VAT registered, we ensure VAT is displayed correctly on invoices and can integrate with accounting software like Xero or QuickBooks.
Ready to Start Selling Online?
Get a free consultation and quote for your e-commerce project. We'll recommend the best platform for your needs and budget.