Cost of Living in Port Talbot
Neath Port Talbot, Wales
Average House Price
£234.3k
+19%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£34,714
+11%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£826/mo
+31%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£1,925
Band D / yr
Energy
£141
/ mo
Water
£35.00
/ mo
Broadband
£36.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£66.29
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Port Talbot
Average price (all types)
£234,350
House prices in Port Talbot have increased by +4.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Port Talbot
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Port Talbot
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £826 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £160 |
| Utilities | Energy | £141 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £36.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £171 |
| Food | Groceries | £251 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £139 |
| Estimated Total | £1,759 |
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 Port Talbot
£66.29
£1.32
£171
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Port Talbot
- What is the average house price in Port Talbot?
- The average house price in Port Talbot is £234,350, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £376,050, while flats and apartments average £136,250. Prices have risen by +4.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Port Talbot?
- The median annual salary in Port Talbot is £34,714, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £4,325 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £23,594 (lower quartile) to £45,778 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Port Talbot?
- Average monthly rent in Port Talbot is £826 per month. Rents have increased by +3.8% over the past year.
- Is Port Talbot an affordable place to live?
- Port Talbot 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 £826, while the median annual salary is £34,714 (approximately £2,893 per month before tax).
- How does Port Talbot compare to London?
- The average house price in Port Talbot is £234,350, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Port Talbot costs around 43% of London prices, making it £316,650 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £826 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Port Talbot?
- House prices in Port Talbot are currently rising, with a +4.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £234,350 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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