Cost of Living in Kidderminster
West Midlands
Town
Worcestershire, EnglandPopulation: 56,000
Average House Price
£275.5k
-5% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£40,328
+3% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,003/mo
-16% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£2,027Band D / yr
Energy£142/ mo
Water£35.00/ mo
Broadband£39.00/ mo
Bus Pass£69.77/ mo
House Prices in Kidderminster
+2.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£275,520
Detached£453,600
Semi-detached£274,400
Terraced£207,200
Flat / Apartment£162,400
House prices in Kidderminster have increased by +2.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Kidderminster
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£40,328
Mean£45,261
Median hourly rate£19.21/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£27,392
Upper quartile (75th)£52,965
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
+3.3%
£1,289 above national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Kidderminster
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Kidderminster each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £1,003 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £169 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £142 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £39.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £180 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £259 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £147 |
| Estimated Total | £1,974 |
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 Kidderminster
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£69.77
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.39
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£180
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Kidderminster
- What is the average house price in Kidderminster?
- The average house price in Kidderminster is £275,520, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £453,600, while flats and apartments average £162,400. Prices have risen by +2.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Kidderminster?
- The median annual salary in Kidderminster is £40,328, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £1,289 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £27,392 (lower quartile) to £52,965 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Kidderminster?
- Average monthly rent in Kidderminster is £1,003 per month. Rents have increased by +4.8% over the past year.
- Is Kidderminster an affordable place to live?
- Kidderminster is reasonably affordable, with rent taking up around 30% of the median monthly income. This is close to, but within, the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £1,003, while the median annual salary is £40,328 (approximately £3,361 per month before tax).
- How does Kidderminster compare to London?
- The average house price in Kidderminster is £275,520, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Kidderminster costs around 50% of London prices, making it £275,480 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £1,003 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Kidderminster?
- House prices in Kidderminster are currently rising, with a +2.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £275,520 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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