UK Private Health Insurance Review
Part of AXA Group; offers separate Personal Health and AXA Health Plan products
AXA Health Health Insurance Review & Prices 2026
Build-your-own modular cover with 24/7 Doctor at Hand
Published underwriting terms
These price examples are AXA Personal Health configurations. AXA Health Plan is a separate product.
AXA Personal Health
5-year pre-policy look-back (Moratorium underwriting).
Official source: Personal Health membership handbook · Last checked 4 October 2026.
AXA Health Plan
3-year pre-policy look-back (Moratorium method).
Official source: AXA Health Plan FAQs · Last checked 4 October 2026.
Underwriting terms can vary by product and change over time. Your own policy certificate is the final authority.
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AXA Health Plans & Pricing 2026
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Showing typical 40s pricing — select your age above for a more relevant estimate.
Personal Health — Essentials
indicative 40s range
Excess: £250, £500
Personal Health — Guided Option
indicative 40s range
Excess: £0, £100, £250, £500
Personal Health — Core + Options
indicative 40s range
Excess: £0, £150, £250, £500
Indicative price ranges only. Based on 2026 market research for a healthy non-smoker with a £250 excess in an average UK postcode. Your actual quote will differ. Full pricing methodology →
Indicative price ranges only. Based on 2026 market research for a healthy non-smoker with a £250 excess in an average UK postcode. Your actual quote will differ. We may receive a referral commission when you take out a policy through a link on this site — this never affects the price you pay. Full pricing methodology & about us →
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