Cost of Living in Rochdale
North West
Town
Greater Manchester, EnglandPopulation: 223,000
Average House Price
£206.2k
-29% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£34,137
-13% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£936/mo
-22% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£2,060Band D / yr
Energy£147/ mo
Water£35.00/ mo
Broadband£32.00/ mo
Bus Pass£64.98/ mo
House Prices in Rochdale
0.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£206,150
Detached£361,000
Semi-detached£207,100
Terraced£147,250
Flat / Apartment£133,000
House prices in Rochdale have increased by 0.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Rochdale
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£34,137
Mean£38,430
Median hourly rate£16.29/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£23,310
Upper quartile (75th)£45,000
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
-12.6%
£4,902 below national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Rochdale
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Rochdale each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £936 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £172 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £147 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £32.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £168 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £246 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £137 |
| Estimated Total | £1,873 |
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 Rochdale
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£64.98
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.29
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£168
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Or choose any two locations to compareFrequently Asked Questions About Living in Rochdale
- What is the average house price in Rochdale?
- The average house price in Rochdale is £206,150, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £361,000, while flats and apartments average £133,000. Prices have risen by 0.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Rochdale?
- The median annual salary in Rochdale is £34,137, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £4,902 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £23,310 (lower quartile) to £45,000 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Rochdale?
- Average monthly rent in Rochdale is £936 per month. Rents have increased by +4.2% over the past year.
- Is Rochdale an affordable place to live?
- Rochdale can be a stretch for those on median earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 33% of the median monthly income, which exceeds the 30% affordability guideline. The average monthly rent is £936, while the median annual salary is £34,137 (approximately £2,845 per month before tax).
- How does Rochdale compare to London?
- The average house price in Rochdale is £206,150, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Rochdale costs around 37% of London prices, making it £344,850 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £936 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Rochdale?
- House prices in Rochdale are currently rising, with a 0.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £206,150 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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