Cost of Living in Tamworth
Staffordshire, England
Average House Price
£278.0k
+4%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£40,705
+4%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£902/mo
+25%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£1,965
Band D / yr
Energy
£140
/ mo
Water
£34.00
/ mo
Broadband
£40.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£70.45
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Tamworth
Average price (all types)
£277,980
House prices in Tamworth have increased by +3.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Tamworth
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Tamworth
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £902 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £164 |
| Utilities | Energy | £140 |
| Utilities | Water | £34.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £40.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £182 |
| Food | Groceries | £251 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £148 |
| Estimated Total | £1,861 |
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 Tamworth
£70.45
£1.40
£182
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Tamworth
- What is the average house price in Tamworth?
- The average house price in Tamworth is £277,980, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £457,650, while flats and apartments average £163,850. Prices have risen by +3.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Tamworth?
- The median annual salary in Tamworth is £40,705, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £1,666 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £27,648 (lower quartile) to £53,460 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Tamworth?
- Average monthly rent in Tamworth is £902 per month. Rents have increased by +5.8% over the past year.
- Is Tamworth an affordable place to live?
- Tamworth is reasonably affordable, with rent taking up around 27% of the median monthly income. This is close to, but within, the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £902, while the median annual salary is £40,705 (approximately £3,392 per month before tax).
- How does Tamworth compare to London?
- The average house price in Tamworth is £277,980, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Tamworth costs around 50% of London prices, making it £273,020 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £902 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Tamworth?
- House prices in Tamworth are currently rising, with a +3.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £277,980 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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