Commercial kitchen hire costs in London — and how much you could save
Most food businesses significantly underestimate the true cost of running a commercial kitchen. Rent is only part of it — electricity, business rates, waste management, equipment maintenance, pest control and PPM all add up. The calculator below lets you compare what you're currently paying, or expect to pay, against what the same operation costs at Karma Kitchen. Adjust the sliders to match your requirements and see the comparison instantly
Adjust the sliders to match your requirements and see a real cost comparison instantly.
KK rent is all-inclusive below 900 sq ft; at or above it, services are charged on top at the same market rates. Electricity 20p vs 30p per kWh. At 900 sq ft+ competitors lease raw space, so equipment & fit-out is funded separately.
CAPEX £273 psf to build your own (KK CAPEX £0). Electricity 20p vs 30p per kWh. KK services are included below 900 sq ft.
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These figures are based on real data from our six London sites. Speak to the team and we'll walk you through what the numbers mean for your operation.