Cost of Living in Worcester
Worcestershire, England
Average House Price
£268.1k
+8%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£39,198
+0%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£975/mo
+19%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£2,132
Band D / yr
Energy
£145
/ mo
Water
£35.00
/ mo
Broadband
£36.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£67.72
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Worcester
Average price (all types)
£268,140
House prices in Worcester have increased by +4.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Worcester
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Worcester
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £975 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £178 |
| Utilities | Energy | £145 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £36.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £175 |
| Food | Groceries | £251 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £142 |
| Estimated Total | £1,937 |
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 Worcester
£67.72
£1.34
£175
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Worcester
- What is the average house price in Worcester?
- The average house price in Worcester is £268,140, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £441,450, while flats and apartments average £158,050. Prices have risen by +4.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Worcester?
- The median annual salary in Worcester is £39,198, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £159 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £26,624 (lower quartile) to £51,480 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Worcester?
- Average monthly rent in Worcester is £975 per month. Rents have increased by +5.8% over the past year.
- Is Worcester an affordable place to live?
- Worcester is reasonably affordable, with rent taking up around 30% of the median monthly income. This is close to, but within, the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £975, while the median annual salary is £39,198 (approximately £3,267 per month before tax).
- How does Worcester compare to London?
- The average house price in Worcester is £268,140, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Worcester costs around 49% of London prices, making it £282,860 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £975 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Worcester?
- House prices in Worcester are currently rising, with a +4.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £268,140 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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