Cost of Living in Trowbridge
South West
Town
Wiltshire, EnglandPopulation: 35,000
Average House Price
£289.0k
-0% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£38,148
-2% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,221/mo
+2% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£2,418Band D / yr
Energy£150/ mo
Water£36.00/ mo
Broadband£33.00/ mo
Bus Pass£70.50/ mo
House Prices in Trowbridge
+1.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£288,960
Detached£436,800
Semi-detached£278,400
Terraced£240,000
Flat / Apartment£187,200
House prices in Trowbridge have increased by +1.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Trowbridge
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£38,148
Mean£42,925
Median hourly rate£18.33/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£26,058
Upper quartile (75th)£50,500
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
-2.3%
£891 below national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Trowbridge
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Trowbridge each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £1,221 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £202 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £150 |
| Utilities | Water | £36.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £33.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £182 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £284 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £148 |
| Estimated Total | £2,256 |
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 Trowbridge
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£70.50
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.40
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£182
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Or choose any two locations to compareFrequently Asked Questions About Living in Trowbridge
- What is the average house price in Trowbridge?
- The average house price in Trowbridge is £288,960, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £436,800, while flats and apartments average £187,200. Prices have risen by +1.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Trowbridge?
- The median annual salary in Trowbridge is £38,148, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £891 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £26,058 (lower quartile) to £50,500 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Trowbridge?
- Average monthly rent in Trowbridge is £1,221 per month. Rents have increased by +6.2% over the past year.
- Is Trowbridge an affordable place to live?
- Trowbridge can be a stretch for those on median earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 38% of the median monthly income, which exceeds the 30% affordability guideline. The average monthly rent is £1,221, while the median annual salary is £38,148 (approximately £3,179 per month before tax).
- How does Trowbridge compare to London?
- The average house price in Trowbridge is £288,960, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Trowbridge costs around 52% of London prices, making it £262,040 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £1,221 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Trowbridge?
- House prices in Trowbridge are currently rising, with a +1.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £288,960 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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