Cost of Living in Aberystwyth
Ceredigion, Wales
Average House Price
£230.1k
+21%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£33,976
+13%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£809/mo
+33%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£1,885
Band D / yr
Energy
£140
/ mo
Water
£34.00
/ mo
Broadband
£34.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£64.95
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Aberystwyth
Average price (all types)
£230,050
House prices in Aberystwyth have increased by +2.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Aberystwyth
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Aberystwyth
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £809 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £157 |
| Utilities | Energy | £140 |
| Utilities | Water | £34.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £34.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £168 |
| Food | Groceries | £246 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £137 |
| Estimated Total | £1,725 |
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
Transport Costs in Aberystwyth
£64.95
£1.29
£168
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Aberystwyth
- What is the average house price in Aberystwyth?
- The average house price in Aberystwyth is £230,050, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £369,150, while flats and apartments average £133,750. Prices have risen by +2.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Aberystwyth?
- The median annual salary in Aberystwyth is £33,976, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £5,063 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £23,092 (lower quartile) to £44,804 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Aberystwyth?
- Average monthly rent in Aberystwyth is £809 per month. Rents have increased by +5.8% over the past year.
- Is Aberystwyth an affordable place to live?
- Aberystwyth is reasonably affordable, with rent taking up around 29% of the median monthly income. This is close to, but within, the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £809, while the median annual salary is £33,976 (approximately £2,831 per month before tax).
- How does Aberystwyth compare to London?
- The average house price in Aberystwyth is £230,050, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Aberystwyth costs around 42% of London prices, making it £320,950 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £809 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Aberystwyth?
- House prices in Aberystwyth are currently rising, with a +2.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £230,050 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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