Average Rent in Epping Forest
As of January 2026, the average rent in Epping Forest is £1,808/month — 36% above the England average of £1,332. Rents have changed by +6.8% over the past year.
Key figures
- Average rent: £1,808/month (36% above the England average of £1,332)
- Rents are up +6.8% year-on-year
- 1-bed average: £1,203/month
- LHA shortfall of £430/month for a 1-bed — housing benefit unlikely to cover market rent
Rent by bedroom type
Here's how average monthly rent in Epping Forest breaks down by number of bedrooms, with year-on-year change for each.
| Type | Avg. rent | YoY change |
|---|---|---|
| All properties | £1,808 | +6.8% |
| 1 bedroom | £1,203 | +7.6% |
| 2 bedrooms | £1,551 | +7.2% |
| 3 bedrooms | £1,900 | +6.8% |
| 4+ bedrooms | £2,841 | +5.8% |
Rent by property type
Average rents in Epping Forest also vary by property type. Flats and maisonettes tend to be cheaper than detached houses.
| Property type | Avg. rent |
|---|---|
| Detached | £2,524 |
| Semi-detached | £1,930 |
| Terraced | £1,784 |
| Flat / maisonette | £1,406 |
Local Housing Allowance comparison
The Local Housing Allowance (LHA) sets the maximum housing benefit for renters in the South West Essex area (April 2024 to March 2025). Here's how it compares to actual market rents.
| Size | LHA rate | Market rent | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared | £475 | — | — |
| 1 bed | £773 | £1,203 | +£430 |
| 2 bed | £947 | £1,551 | +£604 |
| 3 bed | £1,197 | £1,900 | +£703 |
| 4 bed | £1,496 | £2,841 | +£1,345 |
Where market rent exceeds the LHA rate, renters on housing benefit may need to cover the difference themselves.
Renting in Epping Forest: what to know
Epping Forest is in the East of England region of England. The average rent of £1,808 per month is 36% above the England average of £1,332. This is 42% above the East of England regional average of £1,269.
Rents in Epping Forest have risen +6.8% over the past year, faster than the East of England average of +5.2%.
There's a significant gap between market rents and Local Housing Allowance in this area. A 1-bed here averages £1,203, but the LHA rate for the South West Essex BRMA is £773 \u2014 a shortfall of £430/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 Epping Forest, 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 Epping Forest?
The average rent in Epping Forest is £1,808 per month as of January 2026. This covers all property sizes. A 1-bed averages £1,203, a 2-bed £1,551, a 3-bed £1,900.
Is rent in Epping Forest going up or down?
Rents in Epping Forest have increased by +6.8% over the past year. This is above the national average rate of increase.
How does rent in Epping Forest compare to Local Housing Allowance?
The average 1-bed rent in Epping Forest (£1,203) is £430 above the LHA rate of £773 for the South West Essex 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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