Affordability in Brighton and Hove
Based on ONS house-price to workplace-earnings ratios, 2025. The England & Wales median is 7.6×.
Renting in Brighton and Hove
| Property size | Average rent (pcm) | Change on a year |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bed | £1,189 | −0.9% |
| 2 bed | £1,518 | −1.0% |
| 3 bed | £1,797 | −0.8% |
| 4+ bed | £2,478 | −1.7% |
| All sizes | £1,808 | −1.2% |
Who lives in Brighton and Hove
Census 2021 figures, averaged across the area's neighbourhoods.
Frequently asked
What is the average house price in Brighton and Hove?
The median house price in Brighton and Hove is £415,000 (ONS, 2025), about 10.6× the typical full-time salary.
How much is rent in Brighton and Hove?
The average private rent for a two-bedroom home in Brighton and Hove is £1,518 per month (ONS Price Index of Private Rents, August 2026). It averages existing tenancies as well as new lets, so newly advertised rents are usually higher.
Where does this Brighton and Hove data come from?
House prices and affordability ratios come from ONS. Rents are average private rents from the ONS Price Index of Private Rents, for the latest published month. Demographics are Census 2021 figures aggregated to local-authority level. England & Wales only.