Nursery fees in DL5
What childcare costs in DL5 in 2026 — full-time, part-time and with funded hours.
£955/month
full-time place · from £220/week
Typical range £810–£1,130/month · part-time (around 25 hours) from ~£121/week.
A transparent modelled estimate — not a quote. How we estimate fees.
How DL5 compares
Funded hours cut the cost
Eligible families get 15 or 30 hours of government-funded childcare for 2, 3 and 4-year-olds — often the difference between the figures above and a much smaller top-up. Each nursery profile shows how many funded places it has.
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See 7 nurseries in DL5 →Nursery cost FAQs
How much does a nursery cost in DL5?
A full-time nursery place in DL5 is estimated at around £955 per month (roughly £220 per week), typically between £810 and £1,130. This is a modelled estimate — real fees vary by nursery.
Is nursery more expensive in DL5 than average?
At around £955 per month, a full-time place in DL5 compares with a national average of about £1,255 and a regional average of about £1,040 per month.
Can I get help with nursery costs in DL5?
Yes — eligible families can use 15 or 30 hours of government-funded childcare for 2, 3 and 4-year-olds, which reduces what you pay. Many nurseries in DL5 offer funded places; each nursery profile shows how many.