Cost of Living in Lichfield
Staffordshire, England
Average House Price
£214.0k
+26%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£38,444
+2%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£883/mo
+26%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£2,090
Band D / yr
Energy
£144
/ mo
Water
£35.00
/ mo
Broadband
£34.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£66.35
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Lichfield
Average price (all types)
£214,020
House prices in Lichfield have increased by +2.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Lichfield
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Lichfield
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £883 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £174 |
| Utilities | Energy | £144 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £34.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £171 |
| Food | Groceries | £246 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £139 |
| Estimated Total | £1,827 |
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 Lichfield
£66.35
£1.32
£171
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Lichfield
- What is the average house price in Lichfield?
- The average house price in Lichfield is £214,020, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £352,350, while flats and apartments average £126,150. Prices have risen by +2.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Lichfield?
- The median annual salary in Lichfield is £38,444, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £595 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £26,112 (lower quartile) to £50,490 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Lichfield?
- Average monthly rent in Lichfield is £883 per month. Rents have increased by +3.8% over the past year.
- Is Lichfield an affordable place to live?
- Lichfield 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 £883, while the median annual salary is £38,444 (approximately £3,204 per month before tax).
- How does Lichfield compare to London?
- The average house price in Lichfield is £214,020, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Lichfield costs around 39% of London prices, making it £336,980 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £883 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Lichfield?
- House prices in Lichfield are currently rising, with a +2.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £214,020 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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