Fast, Secure Websites That Rank

Why We Build with Astro

Most agencies use WordPress because it’s easy. But WordPress comes with baggage:

• Slow by default — Plugins, themes, and database queries add weight
• Security risks — 90% of hacked websites run WordPress
• Maintenance burden — Constant updates that can break your site

We build with Astro—a modern framework that generates fast, secure static sites:

• Lightning fast — No database queries, no server processing, just fast HTML
• Inherently secure — No plugins, no vulnerabilities, nothing to exploit
• Zero maintenance — Static files don’t break or need updating

What We Build

Business Websites

Professional sites for service businesses:

• Homepage with clear value proposition
• Services/offerings pages
• About/team pages
• Contact with forms and maps
• Blog/news if needed

Landing Pages

Conversion-focused pages for campaigns:

• Single-purpose design
• A/B testing ready
• Form integrations
• Tracking and analytics

Custom Applications

Need something more complex? We can build:

• Booking systems
• Client portals
• Member areas
• Custom integrations

Our Development Process

1. Design Review

If you have designs, we review them for technical feasibility and optimisation opportunities. If you need designs, pair this with our design service.

2. Development

We build your site with:

• Clean, semantic HTML — Accessible and SEO-friendly
• Modern CSS — Fast-loading, responsive layouts
• Minimal JavaScript — Only what’s needed, nothing more
• Performance optimisation — Images, fonts, everything optimised

3. Testing

Before launch:

• Cross-browser testing
• Mobile device testing
• Accessibility audit
• Performance benchmarking
• SEO technical checklist

4. Launch and Handover

We deploy to fast, reliable hosting and provide:

• Full documentation
• Training session
• Source code access
• 30-day support

What’s Included

UK agencies typically charge £5,000-£10,000+ for custom website development, with freelancers starting around £2,000-£5,000.

Every development project includes:

Feature	Standard	Advanced
Pages	Up to 8	Up to 15
Contact forms	1	Multiple
Blog/news	-	Included
PageSpeed score	95+	99+
SEO foundation	Basic	Comprehensive
Schema markup	Organization	Full structured data
Support	30 days	60 days
Price	£5,000	£8,000

Custom quotes for larger sites or specific integrations.

Performance Matters

Google uses page speed as a ranking factor. Slow sites rank lower and convert worse.

Our sites consistently score 99-100 on Google PageSpeed:

• First Contentful Paint — Under 1 second
• Largest Contentful Paint — Under 1.5 seconds
• Total Blocking Time — Near zero
• Cumulative Layout Shift — Minimal

Hosting Options

After development, you need somewhere to host:

Option 1: We host it (recommended)

• Included in Growth Retainer
• Or £50/month standalone
• We handle everything

Option 2: You host it

• We deploy to your hosting
• Full documentation provided
• You manage ongoing

Frequently Asked Questions

Why not WordPress? For most service business websites, WordPress is overkill. It’s slower, less secure, and requires ongoing maintenance. Static sites are faster, safer, and simpler.

Can I edit the site myself? We can set up a content management system if you need to make regular updates. For most clients, it’s easier (and included) for us to make changes as needed.

What about e-commerce? We can integrate with Shopify, Stripe, or other platforms. Static sites work well for small catalogues; larger e-commerce may need different architecture.

Will my site work on mobile? Everything we build is mobile-first. We design for phones first, then enhance for larger screens. Your mobile experience will be excellent.

How long does development take? Typical projects take 2-4 weeks depending on complexity. Rush delivery is available for an additional fee.

Book a call to discuss your project and get a custom quote.