Next.js Web Development UK
Dream Designs Agency is a UK website development company building production sites with Next.js, React 19 and TypeScript. This website runs on Next.js 16 with standalone output, the same stack we deliver for clients nationwide.
If you are comparing Next.js against WordPress or other traditional CMS platforms, the difference comes down to speed, security and Core Web Vitals: all ranking signals that matter for UK search visibility.
What we build with Next.js
- Marketing and brochure websites with fast static generation
- SaaS frontends and client portals
- eCommerce stores with UK checkout and GDPR-aware flows
- Legal and professional services platforms
- Headless CMS integrations (Sanity, Contentful, markdown workflows)
Our Next.js stack
We use the Next.js App Router, React Server Components, TypeScript, MongoDB, Docker and, where high concurrency is required, Go backend services. Every project gets technical SEO foundations, security headers and mobile-first responsive design.
When to migrate from WordPress
Consider moving to Next.js when plugin bloat slows your site, security patches consume your budget, or you need bespoke features that fight against your theme. Migration requires careful 301 redirect mapping and content planning. We handle both.
Read our full comparison in Next.js vs WordPress for UK small businesses, or start with a fixed-price Creative Business Website package from £595.
Next.js vs traditional CMS platforms
UK businesses often start on WordPress or similar CMS tools. Here is why we build with Next.js instead for performance-critical sites.
Speed
Next.js / custom: Static generation and server components deliver minimal JavaScript payloads. Pages load fast on mobile, where most UK users browse.
Traditional CMS: Plugin bloat, page builders and tracking scripts often slow Time to First Byte and inflate JavaScript bundles.
Website developmentSecurity
Next.js / custom: A smaller attack surface with no plugin ecosystem to patch weekly. Professional hosting, dependency updates and security monitoring keep risk low.
Traditional CMS: Popularity makes WordPress a frequent target. Themes, plugins and admin login endpoints require constant maintenance.
Security servicesCore Web Vitals
Next.js / custom: Optimised LCP, CLS and INP by design: ranking signals Google uses for UK search. Mobile-first layouts without render-blocking builders.
Traditional CMS: Page builders often fail mobile Core Web Vitals audits, hurting both user experience and organic visibility.
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Next.js Web Development UK FAQs
Is Next.js more expensive than WordPress?
Next.js builds often cost more upfront than a template WordPress site, but total cost over three years is frequently lower once you account for plugin licences, security fixes and performance work. Our brochure packages start from £595.
How do non-technical teams edit content on a Next.js site?
We integrate headless CMS options such as Sanity or Contentful, or markdown-based workflows. The trade-off is slightly more setup for much better front-end performance and Core Web Vitals.
Can you migrate WordPress to Next.js without losing SEO?
Yes, with careful 301 redirect mapping, preserved URL structures where possible, and updated structured data. We audit your existing site before migration and monitor Search Console after launch.
How long does a Next.js website take to build?
A typical brochure website takes 2 to 4 weeks. Larger eCommerce sites and bespoke applications usually take 6 to 12 weeks depending on scope and content readiness.