Cost of Living in Bath
South West
City
Somerset, EnglandPopulation: 94,000
Average House Price
£331.1k
+14% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£39,659
+2% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,177/mo
-2% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£2,147Band D / yr
Energy£141/ mo
Water£34.00/ mo
Broadband£37.00/ mo
Bus Pass£73.44/ mo
House Prices in Bath
0.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£331,100
Detached£500,500
Semi-detached£319,000
Terraced£275,000
Flat / Apartment£214,500
House prices in Bath have increased by 0.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Bath
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£39,659
Mean£44,625
Median hourly rate£19.06/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£27,090
Upper quartile (75th)£52,500
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
+1.6%
£620 above national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Bath
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Bath each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £1,177 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £179 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £141 |
| Utilities | Water | £34.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £37.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £190 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £273 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £154 |
| Estimated Total | £2,184 |
These figures are estimates based on averages and may vary depending on your lifestyle, property type, and household size. Council tax shown at Band D; your band may differ.
Transport Costs in Bath
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£73.44
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.46
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£190
Compare Bath with Another Location
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Or choose any two locations to compareFrequently Asked Questions About Living in Bath
- What is the average house price in Bath?
- The average house price in Bath is £331,100, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £500,500, while flats and apartments average £214,500. Prices have risen by 0.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Bath?
- The median annual salary in Bath is £39,659, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £620 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £27,090 (lower quartile) to £52,500 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Bath?
- Average monthly rent in Bath is £1,177 per month. Rents have increased by +6.2% over the past year.
- Is Bath an affordable place to live?
- Bath can be a stretch for those on median earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 36% of the median monthly income, which exceeds the 30% affordability guideline. The average monthly rent is £1,177, while the median annual salary is £39,659 (approximately £3,305 per month before tax).
- How does Bath compare to London?
- The average house price in Bath is £331,100, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Bath costs around 60% of London prices, making it £219,900 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £1,177 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Bath?
- House prices in Bath are currently rising, with a 0.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £331,100 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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