Cost of Living in Bridgwater
South West
Town
Somerset, EnglandPopulation: 42,000
Average House Price
£313.0k
+8% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£37,392
-4% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,111/mo
-7% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£2,192Band D / yr
Energy£143/ mo
Water£35.00/ mo
Broadband£41.00/ mo
Bus Pass£76.38/ mo
House Prices in Bridgwater
+4.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£313,040
Detached£473,200
Semi-detached£301,600
Terraced£260,000
Flat / Apartment£202,800
House prices in Bridgwater have increased by +4.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Bridgwater
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£37,392
Mean£42,075
Median hourly rate£17.97/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£25,542
Upper quartile (75th)£49,500
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
-4.2%
£1,647 below national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Bridgwater
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Bridgwater each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £1,111 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £183 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £143 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £41.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £197 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £278 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £161 |
| Estimated Total | £2,149 |
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 Bridgwater
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£76.38
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.52
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£197
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Or choose any two locations to compareFrequently Asked Questions About Living in Bridgwater
- What is the average house price in Bridgwater?
- The average house price in Bridgwater is £313,040, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £473,200, while flats and apartments average £202,800. Prices have risen by +4.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Bridgwater?
- The median annual salary in Bridgwater is £37,392, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £1,647 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £25,542 (lower quartile) to £49,500 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Bridgwater?
- Average monthly rent in Bridgwater is £1,111 per month. Rents have increased by +4.2% over the past year.
- Is Bridgwater an affordable place to live?
- Bridgwater 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 £1,111, while the median annual salary is £37,392 (approximately £3,116 per month before tax).
- How does Bridgwater compare to London?
- The average house price in Bridgwater is £313,040, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Bridgwater costs around 57% of London prices, making it £237,960 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £1,111 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Bridgwater?
- House prices in Bridgwater are currently rising, with a +4.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £313,040 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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