Fast, clean websites that rank on Google and bring in real enquiries — from your first build to ongoing local SEO.
You'll always deal with a real person who picks up the phone, never a call centre.
We build websites for North East businesses that look the part, load fast, and are easy to keep updated. Not just nice to look at, but built to turn visitors into phone calls and real enquiries.
Alongside that, a proper SEO campaign gets you found by the people already searching for what you do. No jargon, no vague monthly reports. You get a fixed quote, a clear plan, and one person who actually answers when you call.
From your first website to ongoing SEO, we handle it all so you can focus on running your business.
Beautiful, fast, mobile-first websites built to convert visitors into enquiries. Brochure sites, e-commerce, redesigns and custom builds.
Learn moreGet your business showing up in the Google Map Pack and local search. Built for service-area businesses across the North East and beyond.
Learn moreFull-spectrum SEO covering keyword research, on-page optimisation, technical fixes and content. Get found for the searches that matter.
Learn moreFull GBP setup and optimisation so you stand out in the Map Pack and get more calls, directions and website visits straight from Google.
Learn moreMonthly retainers that keep you climbing the rankings. New content, technical maintenance, link building and reporting every month.
Learn moreGet cited in ChatGPT, Google AI Overviews and voice search. Future-proof your visibility for the next era of search.
Learn moreOfficial Shopify Partners. Custom theme design, store setups, platform migrations and ongoing optimisation for e-commerce businesses.
Learn moreHosting, security, daily backups, updates and priority support from £69/month. Keep your website running properly without lifting a finger.
Learn moreA no-obligation audit of your current SEO. We will look at rankings, technical issues and quick wins, then send you a clear report.
Get your free auditA simple, structured process designed to be stress-free from start to launch.
A quick chat about your business, your goals and what you want from your website. No sales pitch, no pressure.
A written proposal with fixed price, clear timeline and exactly what is included. No vague estimates or surprise invoices.
We design and build on a private staging link you can review. Regular updates, nothing goes live without your sign-off.
I'm the designer and developer behind NE1 Digital, and my passion is helping businesses build and support their online presence. I started NE1 in 2018 and have looked after over 200 clients and their websites across the North East.
Away from client work, I'm involved with local business development organisations across the North East, helping and supporting other businesses wherever I can.
A snapshot of recent client work across different industries.
A full WooCommerce website covering dive courses, trips and a complete scuba equipment shop.
A luxurious website for a multi-award-winning hair, beauty and skin clinic in Wynyard Village.
A polished website for family-run granite and quartz worktop specialists in North Shields.
Full website and local SEO for a trusted plumber in County Durham.
A modern, calming website for a yoga studio based on the beautiful North East coast.
Full website and local SEO for a trusted electrician covering domestic and commercial work across the North East.
A few of the 100+ five-star Google reviews we have collected over the years.
"This is the second website Michael has designed for my business. Both times the communication, willingness to help and end result have been outstanding."
"NE1 Web Design delivered an excellent service from start to finish, creating a professional and user-friendly website."
"I am very pleased with my new website. Michael was extremely helpful, professional, and responsive throughout the whole process. Highly recommended."
"I was introduced to Michael at NE1 by a business contact and I am really glad he did. Michael has given golden advice and delivered excellent results."
"I can highly recommend Michael at NE1 Web Design. I now have a fantastic website to support my new business venture."
"I would 100% recommend these guys if you are looking for a top service with regards to build and support and value."
"Michael from NE1 Webdesign really has put in a lot of hard work and dedication to the development and continuous updates of our website."
"I contacted Michael with a technical issue on my website and he got back to me very quickly. He resolved the problem efficiently."
"Michael could not be any more helpful to me when I contacted him about designing my website. He explained everything in a clear and understandable way."
"Michael at NE1 web design has done a brilliant job on creating a wonderful website."
"Michael helped me with some local SEO work, really helpful and went the extra mile."
"Used NE1 web design to update our website. Great service and results."
Straight answers to the questions we get every week.
Every project is different. We quote based on what you need, with a fixed price in writing before any work starts. Most business websites fall between £997 and £4,500 plus optional ongoing care. Get in touch for a tailored quote.
Most websites take 2 to 4 weeks from signed proposal to launch. Larger or more complex projects can take longer. The biggest variable is usually content readiness from your side. The quicker we get text and images, the quicker we launch.
Local SEO is the work that gets your business showing up in Google Maps and local search results. For service-area businesses, ranking in the Map Pack is often the single biggest source of new enquiries. See our Local SEO service.
No. We are based in North Shields and most clients are in the North East, but we work with businesses across the UK. Everything is delivered remotely or face-to-face depending on what suits you best.
Full training and handover so you can manage your own content. Optional care plans for hosting and updates. Most clients also bolt on ongoing SEO to keep growing.
Book a free 30-minute discovery call. No tech speak, no sales pitch, just an honest conversation about what your business needs.
