Cost of Living in Bradford
West Yorkshire, England
Average House Price
£230.9k
+20%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£35,251
+10%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£765/mo
+36%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£1,965
Band D / yr
Energy
£141
/ mo
Water
£34.00
/ mo
Broadband
£38.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£66.90
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Bradford
Average price (all types)
£230,880
House prices in Bradford have increased by +1.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Bradford
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Bradford
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £765 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £164 |
| Utilities | Energy | £141 |
| Utilities | Water | £34.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £38.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £173 |
| Food | Groceries | £243 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £141 |
| Estimated Total | £1,699 |
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 Bradford
£66.90
£1.33
£173
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Bradford
- What is the average house price in Bradford?
- The average house price in Bradford is £230,880, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £388,500, while flats and apartments average £138,750. Prices have risen by +1.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Bradford?
- The median annual salary in Bradford is £35,251, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £3,788 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £24,000 (lower quartile) to £46,560 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Bradford?
- Average monthly rent in Bradford is £765 per month. Rents have increased by +6.8% over the past year.
- Is Bradford an affordable place to live?
- Bradford 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 £765, while the median annual salary is £35,251 (approximately £2,938 per month before tax).
- How does Bradford compare to London?
- The average house price in Bradford is £230,880, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Bradford costs around 42% of London prices, making it £320,120 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £765 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Bradford?
- House prices in Bradford are currently rising, with a +1.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £230,880 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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