💻 How Much Does a Website Really Cost in Australia in 2025?

If you're a small business owner in Australia, chances are you've been quoted everything from $0 to $10,000+ for a website. So… what’s the real cost?

Here’s a clear, no-fluff breakdown of what a website actually costs in 2025 — and how you can avoid overpaying.

🛠 Option 1: DIY Website Builders (Wix, Squarespace, Lovable, etc.)

Item	Typical Cost (AUD)
Platform subscription	$192 – $396/year
Domain name	$20 – $50/year
Templates or design tools	Free – $100

💰 Total: ~$200–$500/year

✅ Good if:

• You're tech-savvy with spare time

• You don’t mind learning SEO, design, and site structure yourself

❌ Not ideal if:

• You want to look professional

• You need your site to generate leads

• You’re time-poor (like most business owners)

👨‍💻 Option 2: Hire a Freelancer or Studio

This is where WRLDWIDE Co. comes in.

Item	Our Pricing (AUD)
Website build (4–6 pages)	From $399
Hosting + support	Optional, affordable add-ons
Custom extras	Quoted based on needs

✅ Ideal for:

• Tradies, cafés, consultants, and small shops

• People who want to look legit, rank on Google, and turn clicks into calls

• Businesses that want pro results without agency costs

❌ Not ideal if:

• You want to spend $0

• You enjoy DIY and have design skills

🏢 Option 3: Big Agencies

Item	Typical Cost (AUD)
Strategy + custom dev	$10,000 – $50,000+
Ongoing retainers	$500+/month

✅ Best for:

• Medium/large businesses

• Corporate or complex web builds

• Big marketing budgets

❌ Not for small business owners❌ Not for quick turnarounds❌ Not for tight budgets

🧠 So What Should You Actually Pay?

Here’s a rough guide based on your needs:

Type of Website	Realistic Price (AUD)
Basic business site	$399 – $1,500
Booking/inquiry site	$700 – $2,000
Ecommerce store	$1,500 – $4,000+
DIY with builder	$200 – $500/year

🧰 What You’re Paying For

With a custom site from WRLDWIDE Co., your $399+ includes:

• A clean, modern layout

• Mobile-friendly design

• Google-optimised structure

• Fast load speeds

• A real team you can message, not just drag-and-drop AI

🚀 Want a Website That Actually Works?

We help small businesses look professional online, rank on Google, and turn browsers into buyers — from just $399.

✅ Built by real people✅ Quick turnaround✅ Designed for phones, leads, and speed

Get a free homepage concept or quick quote today — no pressure.