Cost of Living in Letchworth
Hertfordshire, England
Average House Price
£294.1k
+1%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£36,506
+6%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,152/mo
+4%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£2,059
Band D / yr
Energy
£145
/ mo
Water
£34.00
/ mo
Broadband
£34.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£73.33
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Letchworth
Average price (all types)
£294,060
House prices in Letchworth have increased by +2.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Letchworth
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Letchworth
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £1,152 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £172 |
| Utilities | Energy | £145 |
| Utilities | Water | £34.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £34.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £189 |
| Food | Groceries | £278 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £154 |
| Estimated Total | £2,158 |
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 Letchworth
£73.33
£1.46
£189
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Letchworth
- What is the average house price in Letchworth?
- The average house price in Letchworth is £294,060, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £439,350, while flats and apartments average £174,000. Prices have risen by +2.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Letchworth?
- The median annual salary in Letchworth is £36,506, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £2,533 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £25,024 (lower quartile) to £49,220 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Letchworth?
- Average monthly rent in Letchworth is £1,152 per month. Rents have increased by +4.8% over the past year.
- Is Letchworth an affordable place to live?
- Letchworth can be a stretch for those on median earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 38% of the median monthly income, which exceeds the 30% affordability guideline. The average monthly rent is £1,152, while the median annual salary is £36,506 (approximately £3,042 per month before tax).
- How does Letchworth compare to London?
- The average house price in Letchworth is £294,060, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Letchworth costs around 53% of London prices, making it £256,940 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £1,152 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Letchworth?
- House prices in Letchworth are currently rising, with a +2.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £294,060 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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