Cost of Living in Merthyr Tydfil
Wales
Town
Population: 60,000
Average House Price
£187.1k
-36% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£37,669
-4% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£793/mo
-34% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£1,845Band D / yr
Energy£138/ mo
Water£34.00/ mo
Broadband£34.00/ mo
Bus Pass£64.95/ mo
House Prices in Merthyr Tydfil
+2.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£187,050
Detached£300,150
Semi-detached£178,350
Terraced£139,200
Flat / Apartment£108,750
House prices in Merthyr Tydfil have increased by +2.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Merthyr Tydfil
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£37,669
Mean£42,228
Median hourly rate£17.95/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£25,602
Upper quartile (75th)£49,674
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
-3.5%
£1,370 below national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Merthyr Tydfil
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Merthyr Tydfil each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £793 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £154 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £138 |
| Utilities | Water | £34.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £34.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £168 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £241 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £137 |
| Estimated Total | £1,699 |
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 Merthyr Tydfil
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£64.95
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.29
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£168
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Merthyr Tydfil
- What is the average house price in Merthyr Tydfil?
- The average house price in Merthyr Tydfil is £187,050, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £300,150, while flats and apartments average £108,750. Prices have risen by +2.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Merthyr Tydfil?
- The median annual salary in Merthyr Tydfil is £37,669, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £1,370 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £25,602 (lower quartile) to £49,674 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Merthyr Tydfil?
- Average monthly rent in Merthyr Tydfil is £793 per month. Rents have increased by +3.8% over the past year.
- Is Merthyr Tydfil an affordable place to live?
- Merthyr Tydfil is reasonably affordable, with rent taking up around 25% of the median monthly income. This is close to, but within, the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £793, while the median annual salary is £37,669 (approximately £3,139 per month before tax).
- How does Merthyr Tydfil compare to London?
- The average house price in Merthyr Tydfil is £187,050, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Merthyr Tydfil costs around 34% of London prices, making it £363,950 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £793 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Merthyr Tydfil?
- House prices in Merthyr Tydfil are currently rising, with a +2.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £187,050 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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