Cost of Living in Rotherham
South Yorkshire, England
Average House Price
£226.7k
+22%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£38,189
+2%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£901/mo
+25%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£2,132
Band D / yr
Energy
£146
/ mo
Water
£35.00
/ mo
Broadband
£36.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£65.58
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Rotherham
Average price (all types)
£226,720
House prices in Rotherham have increased by +4.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Rotherham
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Rotherham
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £901 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £178 |
| Utilities | Energy | £146 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £36.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £169 |
| Food | Groceries | £243 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £138 |
| Estimated Total | £1,847 |
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 Rotherham
£65.58
£1.30
£169
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Rotherham
- What is the average house price in Rotherham?
- The average house price in Rotherham is £226,720, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £381,500, while flats and apartments average £136,250. Prices have risen by +4.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Rotherham?
- The median annual salary in Rotherham is £38,189, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £850 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £26,000 (lower quartile) to £50,440 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Rotherham?
- Average monthly rent in Rotherham is £901 per month. Rents have increased by +6.8% over the past year.
- Is Rotherham an affordable place to live?
- Rotherham 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 £901, while the median annual salary is £38,189 (approximately £3,182 per month before tax).
- How does Rotherham compare to London?
- The average house price in Rotherham is £226,720, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Rotherham costs around 41% of London prices, making it £324,280 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £901 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Rotherham?
- House prices in Rotherham are currently rising, with a +4.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £226,720 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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