How Much Does Rehab Cost in the UK?
Mid-market private rehab runs £4,000–£8,000 for 28 days and £2,500+ for a detox; NHS community treatment is free. Use the calculator for your situation.
Estimated 28-day rehab — Mid-market private
£6,000
CQC-regulated, structured clinical programme, shared or private rooms. Best value for most people.
Free but rationed. Outpatient standard, inpatient rare and via local-authority assessment.
CQC-regulated, structured clinical programme, shared or private rooms. Best value for most people.
Established names — Priory, Castle Craig — private rooms and stronger clinical staffing.
Bespoke programmes, single-client or very small groups, spa-standard facilities.
Common questions
How much does private rehab cost in the UK?▾
Typical UK inpatient rehab in 2026 costs £4,000–£8,000 for 28 days at mid-market clinics, £10,000–£20,000+ at premium clinics like the Priory or Castle Craig, and £25,000+ at luxury/specialist providers. Detox-only stays (5–10 days) start around £2,500.
Is NHS rehab free?▾
NHS outpatient addiction treatment is free everywhere in the UK — via community drug and alcohol services (usually delivered by Change Grow Live, We Are With You or Turning Point). NHS-funded residential rehab exists but is rationed via local-authority assessment and waiting lists are usually 3–6 months.
Will private health insurance cover rehab?▾
Bupa, Aviva, AXA and Vitality all cover addiction treatment on most policies, subject to a clinical assessment and moratorium terms. Coverage typically runs 28 days at an approved network clinic. Employer group schemes are the most common route in.
Can I use my employer's EAP for rehab?▾
Most large UK employer EAPs (Health Assured, Vita, LifeWorks) offer short-term counselling and can fast-track a private rehab referral. Your enquiry is confidential from your employer.
What's the difference between mid-market and luxury rehab?▾
Clinical outcomes are largely comparable — both require CQC registration and offer detox, therapy and aftercare. Luxury clinics differ mainly in accommodation, food, private rooms, spa facilities, and staff ratios. For most people, mid-market is where the value is.
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UK Rehab Price Index 2026
The open index of private rehab pricing across every major UK provider.