Cost of Living in Huddersfield
West Yorkshire, England
Average House Price
£187.2k
+35%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£38,556
+1%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£944/mo
+21%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£2,236
Band D / yr
Energy
£150
/ mo
Water
£36.00
/ mo
Broadband
£37.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£66.24
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Huddersfield
Average price (all types)
£187,200
House prices in Huddersfield have increased by 0.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Huddersfield
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Huddersfield
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £944 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £186 |
| Utilities | Energy | £150 |
| Utilities | Water | £36.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £37.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £171 |
| Food | Groceries | £256 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £139 |
| Estimated Total | £1,919 |
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 Huddersfield
£66.24
£1.32
£171
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Huddersfield
- What is the average house price in Huddersfield?
- The average house price in Huddersfield is £187,200, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £315,000, while flats and apartments average £112,500. Prices have risen by 0.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Huddersfield?
- The median annual salary in Huddersfield is £38,556, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £483 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £26,250 (lower quartile) to £50,925 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Huddersfield?
- Average monthly rent in Huddersfield is £944 per month. Rents have increased by +7.8% over the past year.
- Is Huddersfield an affordable place to live?
- Huddersfield is reasonably affordable, with rent taking up around 29% of the median monthly income. This is close to, but within, the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £944, while the median annual salary is £38,556 (approximately £3,213 per month before tax).
- How does Huddersfield compare to London?
- The average house price in Huddersfield is £187,200, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Huddersfield costs around 34% of London prices, making it £363,800 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £944 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Huddersfield?
- House prices in Huddersfield are currently rising, with a 0.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £187,200 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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