Cost of Living in Llanelli

Wales
Town
Carmarthenshire, Wales

Population: 49,000

Average House Price

£193.5k

-33% vs UK avg (£290k)

Median Salary

£38,777

-1% vs UK avg (£39,039)

Average Rent

£917/mo

-24% vs UK avg (£1,200)

Quick Facts

Council Tax£2,145Band D / yr
Energy£149/ mo
Water£36.00/ mo
Broadband£37.00/ mo
Bus Pass£66.96/ mo

House Prices in Llanelli

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

Average price (all types)

£193,500

Detached£310,500
Semi-detached£184,500
Terraced£144,000
Flat / Apartment£112,500

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

Salaries in Llanelli

Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£38,777
Mean£43,470
Median hourly rate£18.48/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£26,355
Upper quartile (75th)£51,135

vs UK National Median (£39,039)

-0.7%
£262 below national average

Monthly Cost of Living in Llanelli

Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Llanelli each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
CategoryItemMonthly Cost
HousingRent(Average monthly rent)£917
HousingCouncil Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months)£179
UtilitiesEnergy(Gas and electricity)£149
UtilitiesWater£36.00
UtilitiesBroadband£37.00
TransportTransport(Monthly commute estimate)£173
FoodGroceries(Estimated monthly shop)£259
LeisureLeisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment)£141
Estimated Total£1,891

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 Llanelli

Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass

£66.96

Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre

£1.33

Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost

£173

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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Llanelli

What is the average house price in Llanelli?
The average house price in Llanelli is £193,500, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £310,500, while flats and apartments average £112,500. Prices have risen by 0.0% over the past year.
What is the average salary in Llanelli?
The median annual salary in Llanelli is £38,777, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £262 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £26,355 (lower quartile) to £51,135 (upper quartile).
How much does it cost to rent in Llanelli?
Average monthly rent in Llanelli is £917 per month. Rents have increased by +6.8% over the past year.
Is Llanelli an affordable place to live?
Llanelli is reasonably affordable, with rent taking up around 28% of the median monthly income. This is close to, but within, the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £917, while the median annual salary is £38,777 (approximately £3,231 per month before tax).
How does Llanelli compare to London?
The average house price in Llanelli is £193,500, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Llanelli costs around 35% of London prices, making it £357,500 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £917 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
Are house prices rising or falling in Llanelli?
House prices in Llanelli are currently rising, with a 0.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £193,500 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.

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