Cost of Living in Cambridge
Cambridgeshire, England
Average House Price
£381.9k
+32%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£38,886
+0%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,331/mo
+11%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£2,190
Band D / yr
Energy
£149
/ mo
Water
£35.00
/ mo
Broadband
£40.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£77.87
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Cambridge
Average price (all types)
£381,940
House prices in Cambridge have increased by +3.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Cambridge
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Cambridge
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £1,331 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £183 |
| Utilities | Energy | £149 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £40.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £201 |
| Food | Groceries | £272 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £164 |
| Estimated Total | £2,375 |
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 Cambridge
£77.87
£1.55
£201
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Cambridge
- What is the average house price in Cambridge?
- The average house price in Cambridge is £381,940, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £570,650, while flats and apartments average £226,000. Prices have risen by +3.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Cambridge?
- The median annual salary in Cambridge is £38,886, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £153 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £26,656 (lower quartile) to £52,430 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Cambridge?
- Average monthly rent in Cambridge is £1,331 per month. Rents have increased by +2.8% over the past year.
- Is Cambridge an affordable place to live?
- Cambridge is expensive relative to local earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 41% of the median monthly income, significantly above the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £1,331, while the median annual salary is £38,886 (approximately £3,241 per month before tax).
- How does Cambridge compare to London?
- The average house price in Cambridge is £381,940, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Cambridge costs around 69% of London prices, making it £169,060 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £1,331 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Cambridge?
- House prices in Cambridge are currently rising, with a +3.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £381,940 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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