South West
City
Pop. 264,000Cost of Living in Plymouth
Devon, England
Average House Price
£279.9k
+3%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£40,792
+4%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,122/mo
+7%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£2,215
Band D / yr
Energy
£144
/ mo
Water
£35.00
/ mo
Broadband
£40.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£75.64
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Plymouth
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£279,930
Detached£423,150
Semi-detached£269,700
Terraced£232,500
Flat / Apartment£181,350
House prices in Plymouth have increased by +3.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Plymouth
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£40,792
Mean£45,900
Median hourly rate£19.60/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£27,864
Upper quartile (75th)£54,000
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
+4.5%£1,753 above national average
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Plymouth
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Plymouth each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £1,122 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £185 |
| Utilities | Energy | £144 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £40.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £195 |
| Food | Groceries | £281 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £159 |
| Estimated Total | £2,161 |
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 Plymouth
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£75.64
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.50
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£195
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Plymouth
- What is the average house price in Plymouth?
- The average house price in Plymouth is £279,930, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £423,150, while flats and apartments average £181,350. Prices have risen by +3.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Plymouth?
- The median annual salary in Plymouth is £40,792, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £1,753 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £27,864 (lower quartile) to £54,000 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Plymouth?
- Average monthly rent in Plymouth is £1,122 per month. Rents have increased by +5.2% over the past year.
- Is Plymouth an affordable place to live?
- Plymouth can be a stretch for those on median earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 33% of the median monthly income, which exceeds the 30% affordability guideline. The average monthly rent is £1,122, while the median annual salary is £40,792 (approximately £3,399 per month before tax).
- How does Plymouth compare to London?
- The average house price in Plymouth is £279,930, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Plymouth costs around 51% of London prices, making it £271,070 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £1,122 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Plymouth?
- House prices in Plymouth are currently rising, with a +3.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £279,930 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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