Belfast

Capital of Northern Ireland with industrial heritage and emerging tech sector. Very affordable with improving culture.

Northern Ireland🇬🇧

1-Bed Rent

£700

per month

Median Salary

£27,500

per year

Afford Alone?

No ✗

Challenging

Rent by Housing Type

Studio

£525

1-Bedroom

£700

Shared 2-Bed

£385

Coliving

£455

Shared House

£315

Monthly Budget (on £1,810 take-home)

Income£1,810
Needs (housing, food, transport)£1,088(60%)
Wants (dining, entertainment)£266(15%)
Savings£181(10%)
Remaining£275

Most Affordable Areas

  • East Belfast
  • South Belfast fringe
  • West Belfast

Most Expensive Areas

  • Belfast City Centre
  • South Belfast
  • University Quarter

About Belfast

  • Very affordable housing
  • Titanic heritage
  • Emerging tech sector
  • Vibrant nightlife

Average Monthly Costs (Moderate Lifestyle)

Groceries

£205

Dining Out

£115

Subscriptions

£31

Entertainment

£75

Personal Care

£45

Public Transport

£63

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