East of England
Town
Pop. 48,000Cost of Living in Welwyn Garden City
Hertfordshire, England
Average House Price
£300.8k
+4%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£37,299
+4%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,178/mo
+2%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£2,102
Band D / yr
Energy
£146
/ mo
Water
£35.00
/ mo
Broadband
£36.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£74.84
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Welwyn Garden City
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£300,820
Detached£449,450
Semi-detached£298,150
Terraced£249,200
Flat / Apartment£178,000
House prices in Welwyn Garden City have increased by +4.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Welwyn Garden City
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£37,299
Mean£42,394
Median hourly rate£18.00/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£25,568
Upper quartile (75th)£50,290
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
+4.5%£1,740 below national average
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Welwyn Garden City
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Welwyn Garden City each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £1,178 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £175 |
| Utilities | Energy | £146 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £36.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £193 |
| Food | Groceries | £284 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £157 |
| Estimated Total | £2,204 |
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 Welwyn Garden City
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£74.84
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.49
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£193
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Welwyn Garden City
- What is the average house price in Welwyn Garden City?
- The average house price in Welwyn Garden City is £300,820, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £449,450, while flats and apartments average £178,000. Prices have risen by +4.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Welwyn Garden City?
- The median annual salary in Welwyn Garden City is £37,299, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £1,740 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £25,568 (lower quartile) to £50,290 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Welwyn Garden City?
- Average monthly rent in Welwyn Garden City is £1,178 per month. Rents have increased by +2.8% over the past year.
- Is Welwyn Garden City an affordable place to live?
- Welwyn Garden City can be a stretch for those on median earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 38% of the median monthly income, which exceeds the 30% affordability guideline. The average monthly rent is £1,178, while the median annual salary is £37,299 (approximately £3,108 per month before tax).
- How does Welwyn Garden City compare to London?
- The average house price in Welwyn Garden City is £300,820, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Welwyn Garden City costs around 55% of London prices, making it £250,180 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £1,178 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Welwyn Garden City?
- House prices in Welwyn Garden City are currently rising, with a +4.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £300,820 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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