Indoor and outdoor swimming pools can both create a luxurious addition to a home, but their construction and running requirements are very different. Comparing the cost of the pool alone can therefore give a misleading picture.
Outdoor Pool Costs
An outdoor pool typically involves excavation, structural construction, filtration, heating, electrical work, covers and landscaping. Site access and ground conditions can have a major effect on the final cost.
Indoor Pool Costs
An indoor pool may require a purpose-built room or extension as well as the pool itself. Ventilation, humidity control, insulation, glazing, heating and building work can significantly increase the overall project cost.
Running Costs
Outdoor pools are exposed to weather and can lose heat through evaporation and wind. Indoor pools are protected from the weather but require the pool hall environment to be controlled.
Which Is More Expensive?
There is no universal figure because both types vary widely in specification. A straightforward outdoor pool and a fully bespoke indoor pool are fundamentally different projects.
Look at the Complete Project
When comparing options, consider construction, building work, heating, ventilation, covers, landscaping, maintenance and long-term energy use rather than focusing on the pool shell alone.
For a wider overview, read our guide to luxury swimming pool costs in the UK.