Cost of Living in Pontypridd
Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales
Average House Price
£189.2k
+35%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£38,038
+3%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£900/mo
+25%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£2,105
Band D / yr
Energy
£148
/ mo
Water
£36.00
/ mo
Broadband
£35.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£65.62
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Pontypridd
Average price (all types)
£189,200
House prices in Pontypridd have increased by +3.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Pontypridd
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Pontypridd
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £900 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £175 |
| Utilities | Energy | £148 |
| Utilities | Water | £36.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £35.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £170 |
| Food | Groceries | £254 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £138 |
| Estimated Total | £1,855 |
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 Pontypridd
£65.62
£1.30
£170
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Pontypridd
- What is the average house price in Pontypridd?
- The average house price in Pontypridd is £189,200, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £303,600, while flats and apartments average £110,000. Prices have risen by +3.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Pontypridd?
- The median annual salary in Pontypridd is £38,038, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £1,001 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £25,853 (lower quartile) to £50,161 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Pontypridd?
- Average monthly rent in Pontypridd is £900 per month. Rents have increased by +4.8% over the past year.
- Is Pontypridd an affordable place to live?
- Pontypridd 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 £900, while the median annual salary is £38,038 (approximately £3,170 per month before tax).
- How does Pontypridd compare to London?
- The average house price in Pontypridd is £189,200, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Pontypridd costs around 34% of London prices, making it £361,800 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £900 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Pontypridd?
- House prices in Pontypridd are currently rising, with a +3.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £189,200 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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