Cost of Living in Hatfield
Hertfordshire, England
Average House Price
£324.5k
+12%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£40,077
+3%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,421/mo
+18%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£2,343
Band D / yr
Energy
£154
/ mo
Water
£36.00
/ mo
Broadband
£33.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£72.58
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Hatfield
Average price (all types)
£324,480
House prices in Hatfield have increased by +1.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Hatfield
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Hatfield
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £1,421 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £195 |
| Utilities | Energy | £154 |
| Utilities | Water | £36.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £33.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £187 |
| Food | Groceries | £292 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £153 |
| Estimated Total | £2,472 |
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 Hatfield
£72.58
£1.44
£187
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Hatfield
- What is the average house price in Hatfield?
- The average house price in Hatfield is £324,480, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £484,800, while flats and apartments average £192,000. Prices have risen by +1.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Hatfield?
- The median annual salary in Hatfield is £40,077, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £1,038 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £27,472 (lower quartile) to £54,035 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Hatfield?
- Average monthly rent in Hatfield is £1,421 per month. Rents have increased by +5.8% over the past year.
- Is Hatfield an affordable place to live?
- Hatfield is expensive relative to local earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 43% of the median monthly income, significantly above the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £1,421, while the median annual salary is £40,077 (approximately £3,340 per month before tax).
- How does Hatfield compare to London?
- The average house price in Hatfield is £324,480, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Hatfield costs around 59% of London prices, making it £226,520 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £1,421 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Hatfield?
- House prices in Hatfield are currently rising, with a +1.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £324,480 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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