Swansea

Coastal city in South Wales with beaches and affordable housing. Growing job market with Welsh language culture.

Wales🇬🇧

1-Bed Rent

£820

per month

Median Salary

£28,500

per year

Afford Alone?

No ✗

Challenging

Rent by Housing Type

Studio

£615

1-Bedroom

£820

Shared 2-Bed

£451

Coliving

£533

Shared House

£369

Monthly Budget (on £1,870 take-home)

Income£1,870
Needs (housing, food, transport)£1,223(65%)
Wants (dining, entertainment)£286(15%)
Savings£187(10%)
Remaining£174

Most Affordable Areas

  • Clase
  • Townhill
  • Plasmarl

Most Expensive Areas

  • Swansea City Centre
  • Uplands
  • Gower

About Swansea

  • Coastal beaches
  • Affordable housing
  • Welsh cultural centre
  • Growing job market

Average Monthly Costs (Moderate Lifestyle)

Groceries

£215

Dining Out

£125

Subscriptions

£33

Entertainment

£80

Personal Care

£48

Public Transport

£68

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£1,125/mo

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