Cost of Living in Hertford
East of England
Town
Hertfordshire, EnglandPopulation: 27,000
Average House Price
£307.6k
+6% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£38,093
-2% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,203/mo
+0% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£2,146Band D / yr
Energy£148/ mo
Water£35.00/ mo
Broadband£38.00/ mo
Bus Pass£76.36/ mo
House Prices in Hertford
+1.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£307,580
Detached£459,550
Semi-detached£304,850
Terraced£254,800
Flat / Apartment£182,000
House prices in Hertford have increased by +1.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Hertford
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£38,093
Mean£43,296
Median hourly rate£18.38/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£26,112
Upper quartile (75th)£51,360
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
-2.4%
£946 below national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Hertford
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Hertford each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £1,203 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £179 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £148 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £38.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £197 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £289 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £161 |
| Estimated Total | £2,250 |
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 Hertford
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£76.36
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.52
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£197
Compare Hertford with Another Location
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Or choose any two locations to compareFrequently Asked Questions About Living in Hertford
- What is the average house price in Hertford?
- The average house price in Hertford is £307,580, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £459,550, while flats and apartments average £182,000. Prices have risen by +1.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Hertford?
- The median annual salary in Hertford is £38,093, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £946 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £26,112 (lower quartile) to £51,360 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Hertford?
- Average monthly rent in Hertford is £1,203 per month. Rents have increased by +4.8% over the past year.
- Is Hertford an affordable place to live?
- Hertford can be a stretch for those on median earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 38% of the median monthly income, which exceeds the 30% affordability guideline. The average monthly rent is £1,203, while the median annual salary is £38,093 (approximately £3,174 per month before tax).
- How does Hertford compare to London?
- The average house price in Hertford is £307,580, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Hertford costs around 56% of London prices, making it £243,420 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £1,203 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Hertford?
- House prices in Hertford are currently rising, with a +1.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £307,580 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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