Average Rent in Bath
As of January 2026, the average rent in Bath is £1,846/month — 39% above the England average of £1,332. Rents are rising quickly, up +9.0% in the past year.
Key figures
- Average rent: £1,846/month (39% above the England average of £1,332)
- Rents rising fast: +9.0% year-on-year
- 1-bed average: £1,179/month
- LHA shortfall of £366/month for a 1-bed — housing benefit unlikely to cover market rent
Rent by bedroom type
Here's how average monthly rent in Bath breaks down by number of bedrooms, with year-on-year change for each.
| Type | Avg. rent | YoY change |
|---|---|---|
| All properties | £1,846 | +9.0% |
| 1 bedroom | £1,179 | +9.8% |
| 2 bedrooms | £1,486 | +9.6% |
| 3 bedrooms | £1,766 | +9.3% |
| 4+ bedrooms | £2,498 | +8.3% |
Rent by property type
Average rents in Bath also vary by property type. Flats and maisonettes tend to be cheaper than detached houses.
| Property type | Avg. rent |
|---|---|
| Detached | £2,352 |
| Semi-detached | £1,959 |
| Terraced | £1,981 |
| Flat / maisonette | £1,361 |
Local Housing Allowance comparison
The Local Housing Allowance (LHA) sets the maximum housing benefit for renters in the Bath area (April 2024 to March 2025). Here's how it compares to actual market rents.
| Size | LHA rate | Market rent | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared | £539 | — | — |
| 1 bed | £813 | £1,179 | +£366 |
| 2 bed | £977 | £1,486 | +£509 |
| 3 bed | £1,197 | £1,766 | +£569 |
| 4 bed | £1,940 | £2,498 | +£558 |
Where market rent exceeds the LHA rate, renters on housing benefit may need to cover the difference themselves.
Renting in Bath: what to know
Bath is in the South West region of England. The average rent of £1,846 per month is 39% above the England average of £1,332. This is 67% above the South West regional average of £1,104.
Rents in Bath are rising quickly — up +9.0% over the past year, faster than the South West average of +4.9%. For renters already in the area, this makes staying put more attractive than moving — and for newcomers, it highlights the importance of acting quickly when a suitable property appears.
There's a significant gap between market rents and Local Housing Allowance in this area. A 1-bed here averages £1,179, but the LHA rate for the Bath BRMA is £813 \u2014 a shortfall of £366/month. Renters on housing benefit may need to top up from other income or look for properties below the local average.
In higher-rent areas like Bath, landlords often rely on credit checks and referencing to vet tenants. Building a visible credit history — including through rent reporting — can help you stand out during the application process.
FAQs
What is the average rent in Bath?
The average rent in Bath is £1,846 per month as of January 2026. This covers all property sizes. A 1-bed averages £1,179, a 2-bed £1,486, a 3-bed £1,766.
Is rent in Bath going up or down?
Rents in Bath have increased by +9.0% over the past year. This is well above the national average rate of increase, putting extra pressure on renters.
How does rent in Bath compare to Local Housing Allowance?
The average 1-bed rent in Bath (£1,179) is £366 above the LHA rate of £813 for the Bath area. This is a significant gap — renters on housing benefit would likely need to cover the difference or look for below-market options.
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