Cost of Living in Dewsbury
West Yorkshire, England
Average House Price
£203.8k
+30%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£34,150
+13%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£808/mo
+33%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£2,069
Band D / yr
Energy
£144
/ mo
Water
£35.00
/ mo
Broadband
£35.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£64.92
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Dewsbury
Average price (all types)
£203,840
House prices in Dewsbury have increased by +3.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Dewsbury
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Dewsbury
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £808 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £172 |
| Utilities | Energy | £144 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £35.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £168 |
| Food | Groceries | £256 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £136 |
| Estimated Total | £1,754 |
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 Dewsbury
£64.92
£1.29
£168
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Dewsbury
- What is the average house price in Dewsbury?
- The average house price in Dewsbury is £203,840, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £343,000, while flats and apartments average £122,500. Prices have risen by +3.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Dewsbury?
- The median annual salary in Dewsbury is £34,150, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £4,889 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £23,250 (lower quartile) to £45,105 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Dewsbury?
- Average monthly rent in Dewsbury is £808 per month. Rents have increased by +7.8% over the past year.
- Is Dewsbury an affordable place to live?
- Dewsbury is reasonably affordable, with rent taking up around 28% of the median monthly income. This is close to, but within, the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £808, while the median annual salary is £34,150 (approximately £2,846 per month before tax).
- How does Dewsbury compare to London?
- The average house price in Dewsbury is £203,840, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Dewsbury costs around 37% of London prices, making it £347,160 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £808 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Dewsbury?
- House prices in Dewsbury are currently rising, with a +3.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £203,840 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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