Cost of Living in Bolton
Greater Manchester, England
Average House Price
£232.2k
+20%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£38,689
+1%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£828/mo
+31%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£2,142
Band D / yr
Energy
£150
/ mo
Water
£35.00
/ mo
Broadband
£34.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£66.35
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Bolton
Average price (all types)
£232,190
House prices in Bolton have increased by +2.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Bolton
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Bolton
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £828 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £179 |
| Utilities | Energy | £150 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £34.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £171 |
| Food | Groceries | £257 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £139 |
| Estimated Total | £1,793 |
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 Bolton
£66.35
£1.32
£171
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Bolton
- What is the average house price in Bolton?
- The average house price in Bolton is £232,190, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £406,600, while flats and apartments average £149,800. Prices have risen by +2.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Bolton?
- The median annual salary in Bolton is £38,689, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £350 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £26,418 (lower quartile) to £51,000 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Bolton?
- Average monthly rent in Bolton is £828 per month. Rents have increased by +4.2% over the past year.
- Is Bolton an affordable place to live?
- Bolton is reasonably affordable, with rent taking up around 26% of the median monthly income. This is close to, but within, the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £828, while the median annual salary is £38,689 (approximately £3,224 per month before tax).
- How does Bolton compare to London?
- The average house price in Bolton is £232,190, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Bolton costs around 42% of London prices, making it £318,810 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £828 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Bolton?
- House prices in Bolton are currently rising, with a +2.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £232,190 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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