Cost of Living in Weymouth
South West
Town
Dorset, EnglandPopulation: 53,000
Average House Price
£273.9k
-6% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£40,036
+3% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,100/mo
-8% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£2,170Band D / yr
Energy£142/ mo
Water£35.00/ mo
Broadband£38.00/ mo
Bus Pass£74.17/ mo
House Prices in Weymouth
+1.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£273,910
Detached£414,050
Semi-detached£263,900
Terraced£227,500
Flat / Apartment£177,450
House prices in Weymouth have increased by +1.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Weymouth
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£40,036
Mean£45,050
Median hourly rate£19.24/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£27,348
Upper quartile (75th)£53,000
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
+2.6%
£997 above national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Weymouth
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Weymouth each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £1,100 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £181 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £142 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £38.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £192 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £275 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £156 |
| Estimated Total | £2,119 |
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 Weymouth
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£74.17
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.47
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£192
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Or choose any two locations to compareFrequently Asked Questions About Living in Weymouth
- What is the average house price in Weymouth?
- The average house price in Weymouth is £273,910, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £414,050, while flats and apartments average £177,450. Prices have risen by +1.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Weymouth?
- The median annual salary in Weymouth is £40,036, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £997 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £27,348 (lower quartile) to £53,000 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Weymouth?
- Average monthly rent in Weymouth is £1,100 per month. Rents have increased by +3.2% over the past year.
- Is Weymouth an affordable place to live?
- Weymouth 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 £1,100, while the median annual salary is £40,036 (approximately £3,336 per month before tax).
- How does Weymouth compare to London?
- The average house price in Weymouth is £273,910, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Weymouth costs around 50% of London prices, making it £277,090 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £1,100 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Weymouth?
- House prices in Weymouth are currently rising, with a +1.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £273,910 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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