How Much Does It Cost to Own a Static Caravan in 2025?

The True Cost of Static Caravan Ownership

Owning a static caravan is one of the most popular ways for British families to secure affordable holiday accommodation — but the sticker price on the caravan itself is just the beginning. In this guide, we break down every cost you'll face as an owner so there are no surprises.

Purchase Price

New static caravans range from around £25,000 for a basic 2-bedroom model to over £120,000 for a premium twin-unit lodge with hot tub and decking. Pre-owned caravans on park start from as little as £8,000–£15,000 depending on age and condition.

Annual Pitch Fees

This is the big ongoing cost. Pitch fees (also called site fees) typically range from £3,000 to £7,500 per year depending on location. Cornwall, Devon, and the Lake District command the highest fees, while parks in Lincolnshire, Wales, and Scotland tend to be more affordable. Average pitch fees across the UK sit around £4,200/year.

What Pitch Fees Include

• Water and sewerage
• Ground maintenance and landscaping
• Access to communal facilities (pools, clubhouses)
• Waste collection
• Security and CCTV

Rates and Utilities

On top of pitch fees, expect to pay £800–£1,500/year for council rates and £600–£1,200/year for gas and electricity (metered separately at most parks). Some parks include rates in the pitch fee — always check.

Insurance

Static caravan insurance typically costs £250–£600/year depending on the caravan value, location (flood risk, coastal exposure), and cover level. It's not legally required but virtually all parks mandate it as a condition of your pitch agreement.

Maintenance and Repairs

Budget approximately £500–£1,000/year for ongoing maintenance: damp checks, boiler servicing, gutter cleaning, and the occasional repair. Older caravans will cost more. A professional damp survey costs around £150–£200 and is money well spent.

Depreciation

Static caravans depreciate. A new caravan loses roughly 15–20% of its value in year one and around 5–8% annually thereafter. After 15–20 years, most parks will require you to remove or replace it. This is the hidden cost that catches many owners out.

Total Annual Cost Summary

Is It Worth It?

For families who holiday in the UK 4+ times a year, the maths can work out very favourably compared to booking holiday lets. A caravan that costs £5,500/year to run gives you unlimited access to your holiday home — that's around £105 per week. Try finding a holiday cottage for that.

The key is choosing the right park with transparent fees, good facilities, and a strong operator behind it. That's exactly what PitchPulse helps you research.