I’m Spencer, a freelance web designer based in Brighton. I work with businesses in Crawley and across West Sussex — from Crawley town centre to East Grinstead and surrounding areas. Every website I build includes ongoing support services, security monitoring, and is designed to help your business grow.
Searching for a website builder near me? You’ve found one. No agencies, no account managers — just direct service from a local web designer who picks up the phone.
A Brighton-based web designer serving Crawley. I’m Spencer, a former British 800m Champion who uses 10+ years of marketing experience to help West Sussex businesses grow online.
Crawley has no shortage of web design options. You’ve got the big Sussex agencies quoting £10k+, the cheap template sites that all look the same, and overseas freelancers who disappear mid-project.
Here’s what I offer instead:
Direct communication — When you email or call, you get me. Not a project manager relaying messages to a developer you’ll never speak to.
Local understanding — I know Crawley’s mix of corporate (Manor Royal, the business parks near Gatwick) and local trades serving Three Bridges, Pound Hill, and surrounding areas. Your website needs to speak to your actual customers.
Fixed pricing — The quote I give you is the price you pay. No “that’s extra” conversations halfway through.
WordPress you can actually use — I build sites you can update yourself. Change your prices, add new projects, update your phone number — without calling me every time.
Business Websites Most Crawley businesses I work with need a professional site that explains what they do, builds trust, and generates enquiries. Whether you’re a contractor based near Manor Royal or a therapist working from home in Southgate, the goal’s the same — turn visitors into customers.
E-commerce If you’re selling products, I build WooCommerce stores that are easy to manage. Update stock, process orders, add new products — all without technical knowledge.
WordPress Support Already have a WordPress site that’s been neglected? I help Crawley businesses get their existing sites back on track — security updates, speed improvements, content changes.
If you’re searching “website builder near me,” you might be considering Wix, Squarespace, or WordPress.com. They’re cheap, but here’s what you give up:
I build on WordPress.org — the same platform used by 40% of the web. You own it. You control it. And you’ve got a website builder near Crawley you can actually call when something goes wrong.
Crawley’s business landscape is unusual for Sussex. You’ve got the corporate influence from Gatwick and Manor Royal sitting alongside traditional trades and local services. A website that works for a Worthing interior designer won’t necessarily work for a Crawley logistics company.
I tailor my approach based on who you’re trying to reach:
Every website I build includes on-page SEO fundamentals — but let me explain what that actually means for your Crawley business.
When I create a website, I’m thinking about how search engines like Google will find and rank it. That means proper page titles, meta descriptions, header structure, and fast loading speeds. These aren’t add-ons — they’re part of how I build every professional website.
For Crawley businesses, local SEO matters. I’ll set up your Google Business Profile connection, ensure your NAP (name, address, phone) is consistent, and structure your site so you can rank for searches like “web design in Crawley” or whatever your equivalent is in your industry.
A user-friendly website isn’t just about looking good — it’s about guiding visitors toward taking action. Whether that’s calling you, filling in an enquiry form, or buying your product or services online, I design with your business goals in mind.
That means clear navigation, mobile-friendly layouts, fast page speeds, and calls-to-action in the right places. Good user experience keeps people on your site longer and tells search engines your content is worth ranking.
The SEO built into your website gives you a solid foundation, but ranking for competitive terms takes ongoing work. If you want to actively grow your online presence, I offer:
I use professional SEO tools to track your rankings, analyse competitors, and identify opportunities. You’ll get clear reports showing what’s working — no jargon or vanity metrics.
I offer web hosting from £10 per month — reliable, fast, and fully managed so you don’t have to think about it. That includes security updates, daily backups, and ensuring your website stays online when you need it most. No ringing a call centre in another timezone when something goes wrong — you just message me directly.
Already have hosting you’re happy with? No problem. I can work with your existing setup or recommend alternatives if you’d prefer to manage it yourself.
Some Crawley small businesses just need a functioning website that looks professional and shows up when someone searches their company name. Others want to actively compete for terms like “electrician Crawley” or “Gatwick courier service.”
I’ll give you honest advice on what’s realistic for your budget and industry. Sometimes the answer is “your current site is fine, just needs a few tweaks” — I’d rather tell you that than sell you services you don’t need.
No — I’m based in Brighton (Main Floor, Clarendon Mansions, 80 East St, BN1 1NF). For Crawley clients, I’m happy to meet at a coffee shop in town, come to your premises, or work over Zoom. Most of my clients prefer video calls once we’ve met initially.
Most Crawley businesses I work with invest between £800–£3,000 for a complete WordPress website. Smaller brochure sites start around £800, while e-commerce or sites with booking systems typically run £2,000–£5,000. I’ll give you a fixed quote after our initial conversation.
Every site I build includes on-page SEO fundamentals — proper titles, meta descriptions, fast loading, mobile-friendly design. For ongoing SEO work (content, link building, local citations), I offer that as an additional service.
Yes — I offer logo design, brand identity, business cards, and other design services alongside web design.
I can review what you have and advise whether it needs a full rebuild or just improvements. Sometimes a few strategic changes deliver better ROI than starting from scratch.
I also work with businesses across Sussex, including Burgess Hill, Haywards Heath, Worthing, Shoreham-by-Sea, and Eastbourne. Wherever you’re based, I can help with web design, SEO, and ongoing support.
Whether you’re a startup, small business, or multi-national business, I work with companies of all sizes.
