South West
Town
Pop. 197,000

Cost of Living in Bournemouth

Dorset, England

Average House Price

£273.9k

+6%vs UK avg (£290k)

Median Salary

£36,259

+7%vs UK avg (£39,039)

Average Rent

£1,034/mo

+14%vs UK avg (£1,200)

Quick Facts

Council Tax

£2,215

Band D / yr

Energy

£144

/ mo

Water

£35.00

/ mo

Broadband

£38.00

/ mo

Bus Pass

£74.17

/ mo

Housing

House Prices in Bournemouth

+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 Bournemouth have increased by +1.0% over the past year.

Salaries

Salaries in Bournemouth

Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£36,259
Mean£40,800
Median hourly rate£17.42/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£24,768
Upper quartile (75th)£48,000

vs UK National Median (£39,039)

+7.1%£2,780 below national average

Monthly costs

Monthly Cost of Living in Bournemouth

Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Bournemouth each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
CategoryItemMonthly Cost
HousingRent£1,034
HousingCouncil Tax£185
UtilitiesEnergy£144
UtilitiesWater£35.00
UtilitiesBroadband£38.00
TransportTransport£192
FoodGroceries£281
LeisureLeisure£156
Estimated Total£2,065

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 Bournemouth

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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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Bournemouth

What is the average house price in Bournemouth?
The average house price in Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth?
The median annual salary in Bournemouth is £36,259, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £2,780 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £24,768 (lower quartile) to £48,000 (upper quartile).
How much does it cost to rent in Bournemouth?
Average monthly rent in Bournemouth is £1,034 per month. Rents have increased by +5.2% over the past year.
Is Bournemouth an affordable place to live?
Bournemouth can be a stretch for those on median earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 34% of the median monthly income, which exceeds the 30% affordability guideline. The average monthly rent is £1,034, while the median annual salary is £36,259 (approximately £3,022 per month before tax).
How does Bournemouth compare to London?
The average house price in Bournemouth is £273,910, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Bournemouth costs around 50% of London prices, making it £277,090 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £1,034 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
Are house prices rising or falling in Bournemouth?
House prices in Bournemouth 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.