Cost of Living in Gloucester
Gloucestershire, England
Average House Price
£319.1k
+10%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£34,371
+12%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,199/mo
+0%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£2,192
Band D / yr
Energy
£143
/ mo
Water
£35.00
/ mo
Broadband
£33.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£70.50
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Gloucester
Average price (all types)
£319,060
House prices in Gloucester have increased by +1.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Gloucester
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Gloucester
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £1,199 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £183 |
| Utilities | Energy | £143 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £33.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £182 |
| Food | Groceries | £278 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £148 |
| Estimated Total | £2,201 |
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 Gloucester
£70.50
£1.40
£182
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Gloucester
- What is the average house price in Gloucester?
- The average house price in Gloucester is £319,060, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £482,300, while flats and apartments average £206,700. Prices have risen by +1.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Gloucester?
- The median annual salary in Gloucester is £34,371, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £4,668 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £23,478 (lower quartile) to £45,500 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Gloucester?
- Average monthly rent in Gloucester is £1,199 per month. Rents have increased by +4.2% over the past year.
- Is Gloucester an affordable place to live?
- Gloucester is expensive relative to local earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 42% of the median monthly income, significantly above the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £1,199, while the median annual salary is £34,371 (approximately £2,864 per month before tax).
- How does Gloucester compare to London?
- The average house price in Gloucester is £319,060, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Gloucester costs around 58% of London prices, making it £231,940 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £1,199 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Gloucester?
- House prices in Gloucester are currently rising, with a +1.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £319,060 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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