Cost of Living in Huddersfield

Yorkshire and the Humber
Town
West Yorkshire, England

Population: 163,000

Average House Price

£187.2k

-35% vs UK avg (£290k)

Median Salary

£38,556

-1% vs UK avg (£39,039)

Average Rent

£944/mo

-21% vs UK avg (£1,200)

Quick Facts

Council Tax£2,236Band D / yr
Energy£150/ mo
Water£36.00/ mo
Broadband£37.00/ mo
Bus Pass£66.24/ mo

House Prices in Huddersfield

0.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01

Average price (all types)

£187,200

Detached£315,000
Semi-detached£184,500
Terraced£133,200
Flat / Apartment£112,500

House prices in Huddersfield have increased by 0.0% over the past year.

Salaries in Huddersfield

Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£38,556
Mean£43,260
Median hourly rate£18.43/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£26,250
Upper quartile (75th)£50,925

vs UK National Median (£39,039)

-1.2%
£483 below national average

Monthly Cost of Living in Huddersfield

Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Huddersfield each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
CategoryItemMonthly Cost
HousingRent(Average monthly rent)£944
HousingCouncil Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months)£186
UtilitiesEnergy(Gas and electricity)£150
UtilitiesWater£36.00
UtilitiesBroadband£37.00
TransportTransport(Monthly commute estimate)£171
FoodGroceries(Estimated monthly shop)£256
LeisureLeisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment)£139
Estimated Total£1,919

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 Huddersfield

Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass

£66.24

Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre

£1.32

Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost

£171

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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Huddersfield

What is the average house price in Huddersfield?
The average house price in Huddersfield is £187,200, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £315,000, while flats and apartments average £112,500. Prices have risen by 0.0% over the past year.
What is the average salary in Huddersfield?
The median annual salary in Huddersfield is £38,556, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £483 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £26,250 (lower quartile) to £50,925 (upper quartile).
How much does it cost to rent in Huddersfield?
Average monthly rent in Huddersfield is £944 per month. Rents have increased by +7.8% over the past year.
Is Huddersfield an affordable place to live?
Huddersfield is reasonably affordable, with rent taking up around 29% of the median monthly income. This is close to, but within, the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £944, while the median annual salary is £38,556 (approximately £3,213 per month before tax).
How does Huddersfield compare to London?
The average house price in Huddersfield is £187,200, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Huddersfield costs around 34% of London prices, making it £363,800 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £944 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
Are house prices rising or falling in Huddersfield?
House prices in Huddersfield are currently rising, with a 0.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £187,200 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.