Cost of Living in Stevenage
East of England
Town
Hertfordshire, EnglandPopulation: 90,000
Average House Price
£375.2k
+29% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£42,061
+8% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,382/mo
+15% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£2,102Band D / yr
Energy£146/ mo
Water£35.00/ mo
Broadband£38.00/ mo
Bus Pass£76.36/ mo
House Prices in Stevenage
+1.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£375,180
Detached£560,550
Semi-detached£371,850
Terraced£310,800
Flat / Apartment£222,000
House prices in Stevenage have increased by +1.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Stevenage
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£42,061
Mean£47,806
Median hourly rate£20.30/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£28,832
Upper quartile (75th)£56,710
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
+7.7%
£3,022 above national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Stevenage
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Stevenage each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £1,382 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £175 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £146 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £38.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £197 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £284 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £161 |
| Estimated Total | £2,418 |
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 Stevenage
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£76.36
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.52
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£197
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Or choose any two locations to compareFrequently Asked Questions About Living in Stevenage
- What is the average house price in Stevenage?
- The average house price in Stevenage is £375,180, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £560,550, while flats and apartments average £222,000. Prices have risen by +1.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Stevenage?
- The median annual salary in Stevenage is £42,061, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £3,022 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £28,832 (lower quartile) to £56,710 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Stevenage?
- Average monthly rent in Stevenage is £1,382 per month. Rents have increased by +2.8% over the past year.
- Is Stevenage an affordable place to live?
- Stevenage can be a stretch for those on median earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 39% of the median monthly income, which exceeds the 30% affordability guideline. The average monthly rent is £1,382, while the median annual salary is £42,061 (approximately £3,505 per month before tax).
- How does Stevenage compare to London?
- The average house price in Stevenage is £375,180, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Stevenage costs around 68% of London prices, making it £175,820 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £1,382 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Stevenage?
- House prices in Stevenage are currently rising, with a +1.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £375,180 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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