Exeter

Cathedral city in Devon with university and improving job market. Affordable with excellent quality of life and nearby countryside.

England - South West🇬🇧

1-Bed Rent

£950

per month

Median Salary

£29,000

per year

Afford Alone?

No ✗

Challenging

Rent by Housing Type

Studio

£715

1-Bedroom

£950

Shared 2-Bed

£525

Coliving

£620

Shared House

£430

Monthly Budget (on £1,900 take-home)

Income£1,900
Needs (housing, food, transport)£1,353(71%)
Wants (dining, entertainment)£296(16%)
Savings£190(10%)
Remaining£61

Most Affordable Areas

  • Heavitree
  • Pennsylvania
  • St Leonards

Most Expensive Areas

  • Exeter City Centre
  • Pennsylvania
  • Heavitree

About Exeter

  • Cathedral city charm
  • University presence
  • Nearby countryside
  • Growing job market

Average Monthly Costs (Moderate Lifestyle)

Groceries

£215

Dining Out

£128

Subscriptions

£34

Entertainment

£85

Personal Care

£49

Public Transport

£68

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Bristol

£1,125/mo

Bournemouth

£1,100/mo

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