How to Calculate Florist Insurance Costs

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A clear UK guide explaining how florist insurance premiums are calculated and what factors affect the cost of cover.

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We compare quotes from leading insurers

  • Allianz
  • Aviva
  • QBE
  • RSA
  • Zurich
  • NIG

WHAT AFFECTS THE COST OF FLORIST INSURANCE?

Florist insurance costs can vary widely depending on how a business operates, the type of premises, the value of stock and the level of risk involved. A small home-based florist will pay very different premiums to a busy high-street shop or an online florist running daily deliveries.

This guide explains the main factors insurers consider when calculating florist insurance premiums, helping you understand how costs are built and where savings may be possible without compromising essential cover.

1. Type of Florist Business

The way your florist business operates has a significant impact on insurance costs.

  • High-street shops with customer footfall
  • Online florists and delivery-only businesses
  • Event and wedding florists
  • Home-based floristry businesses

Businesses with higher public interaction or delivery exposure generally attract higher premiums.

2. Premises & Location

Insurers assess the physical risk of your premises when calculating premiums.

  • Shop location and local crime rates
  • Construction type and age of the building
  • Flood risk and weather exposure
  • Security measures such as alarms and shutters

3. Stock Values & Perishable Goods

Flowers are perishable, and insurers closely review stock exposure.

  • Average and peak stock values
  • Seasonal spikes (Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day)
  • Cold storage and refrigeration systems
  • Stock deterioration extensions

4. Liability Limits & Risk Exposure

The level of liability cover selected directly affects premiums.

  • Public & products liability limits (£1m–£5m+)
  • Delivery and installation risks
  • Events, weddings and venue work
  • Number of customers and transactions

5. Claims History

Previous claims are one of the strongest indicators insurers use when pricing risk.

  • Frequency of past claims
  • Type and severity of claims
  • Steps taken to reduce repeat incidents

6. Additional Covers & Policy Structure

Optional covers and how policies are structured also influence cost.

  • Cyber & data protection insurance
  • Business interruption cover
  • Goods in transit insurance
  • Combined vs standalone policies

How Florists Can Control Insurance Costs

  • Accurately declare stock and turnover
  • Improve security and risk management
  • Review cover annually
  • Avoid unnecessary small claims
  • Work with specialist florist insurance brokers

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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How much does florist insurance cost?

Florist insurance costs vary widely, but many small florists pay from a few hundred pounds per year, depending on cover and risk profile.

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Why are online florists sometimes more expensive to insure?

Online florists often have higher delivery, cyber and stock exposure, which can increase premiums.

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Do higher liability limits increase insurance costs?

Yes. Higher liability limits increase insurer exposure and usually result in higher premiums.

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Can Insure24 help reduce florist insurance costs?

Yes. Insure24 reviews your business profile, compares insurers and advises on risk improvements to help secure competitive premiums.

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How often should florist insurance be reviewed?

Florist insurance should be reviewed annually or whenever there are significant changes to your business.

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