South West
Town
Pop. 76,000Cost of Living in Weston-super-Mare
Somerset, England
Average House Price
£340.1k
+17%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£37,015
+5%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,144/mo
+5%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£2,260
Band D / yr
Energy
£145
/ mo
Water
£35.00
/ mo
Broadband
£40.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£75.64
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Weston-super-Mare
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£340,130
Detached£514,150
Semi-detached£327,700
Terraced£282,500
Flat / Apartment£220,350
House prices in Weston-super-Mare have increased by +3.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Weston-super-Mare
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£37,015
Mean£41,650
Median hourly rate£17.79/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£25,284
Upper quartile (75th)£49,000
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
+5.2%£2,024 below national average
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Weston-super-Mare
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Weston-super-Mare each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £1,144 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £188 |
| Utilities | Energy | £145 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £40.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £195 |
| Food | Groceries | £264 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £159 |
| Estimated Total | £2,171 |
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 Weston-super-Mare
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£75.64
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.50
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£195
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Weston-super-Mare
- What is the average house price in Weston-super-Mare?
- The average house price in Weston-super-Mare is £340,130, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £514,150, while flats and apartments average £220,350. Prices have risen by +3.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Weston-super-Mare?
- The median annual salary in Weston-super-Mare is £37,015, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £2,024 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £25,284 (lower quartile) to £49,000 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Weston-super-Mare?
- Average monthly rent in Weston-super-Mare is £1,144 per month. Rents have increased by +3.2% over the past year.
- Is Weston-super-Mare an affordable place to live?
- Weston-super-Mare can be a stretch for those on median earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 37% of the median monthly income, which exceeds the 30% affordability guideline. The average monthly rent is £1,144, while the median annual salary is £37,015 (approximately £3,085 per month before tax).
- How does Weston-super-Mare compare to London?
- The average house price in Weston-super-Mare is £340,130, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Weston-super-Mare costs around 62% of London prices, making it £210,870 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £1,144 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Weston-super-Mare?
- House prices in Weston-super-Mare are currently rising, with a +3.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £340,130 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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