Breast Augmentation in England
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What is Breast Augmentation (Boob Job)?
Breast augmentation, sometimes called breast enlargement surgery or breast implant surgery, is one of the most frequently performed cosmetic surgeries in the UK.
The procedure involves placing implants within the breasts to increase size and reshape their appearance.
Women may choose this surgery for a variety of reasons, such as to enhance the appearance of their breasts, restore fullness after pregnancy, and address unevenness.
In England, all breast augmentation surgeries must be:
- Carried out by a GMC–registered doctor.
- Performed in a Care Quality Commission (CQC) regulated facility.
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How Much Does a Breast Augmentation Cost in England?
Based on services listed on Endora Health, the average starting price for a breast augmentation in England is approximately £5,000.
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Enhance Medical Group
(Hospital In Birmingham)
Good (CQC)
CQC (Regulator) Rating
4.8 Stars
(2,700+) Trustpilot Reviews
From £4,595
Surgery Price
Last Updated: 10 Nov 2025
What To Ask Services About Pricing?
Before booking your surgery, it’s important to understand exactly what is included in the price quoted by a service.
Typically, the quoted price may cover:
- Pre-surgical assessments
- Surgeon and anaesthetist fees
- Theatre costs
- Recovery bed
Note: You can request a written quotation that clearly breaks down all costs and inclusions. This can help avoid unexpected fees later. If you are ever unsure about something, you can ask the service directly.
Different Types of Breast Surgeries in England
This page focuses on breast augmentation with implants under general anaesthetic without a breast uplift. There are several ways surgeons can perform the procedure:
Implant Placement
The implant can be placed either: under the chest muscle, over the muscle, or using a dual-plane technique that combines both.
Incision Location
The surgeon may make the incision under the breast, around the nipple, or sometimes in the armpit.
Other Breast Procedures
- Breast uplift – raise and reshape breasts
- Breast enlargement with implants and uplift
- Breast reduction
- Breast implant removal
- Breast implant replacement
Safety and Standards
All breast augmentation surgeries in England must be performed in a Care Quality Commission (CQC) regulated facility.
The CQC is an independent regulator of health and social care services in England. You can verify CQC status by visiting the CQC website.
It is important to verify that the surgeon performing the procedure is appropriately regulated by the General Medical Council (GMC). You can ask for a GMC number and check it against the GMC register.
References
NHS (2024) Breast enlargement (implants).
General Medical Council (GMC) (2025) Registration and licensing guidance for doctors in the UK.
Care Quality Commission (CQC) (2025) About us – The independent regulator of health and social care in England.
Royal College of Surgeons of England (2024) Professional Standards for Cosmetic Surgery.
National Health Service (NHS) (2024) Cosmetic procedures and the NHS.
National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) (2016) Breast augmentation with implants: Interventional Procedures Guidance (IPG545).
Adams, J., Jones, T., & Clarke, L. (2019) Patient satisfaction and psychosocial outcomes following cosmetic breast surgery in the UK. Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery.
Luong, K.P., et al. (2024) Patient-reported satisfaction and health-related quality of life following breast augmentation surgery: A UK multicenter cohort study. Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery.
Jabir, S., et al. (2023) A cross-sectional survey of UK and Irish aesthetic surgeons on breast augmentation practices. Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions for Breast Augmentation in England
Common questions on breast enlargement surgery in England.
What is breast augmentation?
Breast augmentation is a surgical procedure in which implants are used to increase the size or reshape the breasts. It is sometimes referred to as breast enlargement surgery, breast implant surgery, or a “boob job.”
There is also a type of breast augmentation that uses fat transfer instead of implants, known as fat transfer breast augmentation.
How much does breast augmentation cost in England?
Based on the listed services on Endora Health, the average starting price for breast augmentation in England is around £5,000.
Can I get breast augmentation on the NHS?
In England, the NHS does not typically cover breast enlargement for cosmetic purposes. However, it may be available for reconstructive reasons following trauma or cancer treatment.
Your GP should be able to provide more information about the rules in your area.
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This page was lasted updated 24 November 2025.