Average Rent in High Peak
As of January 2026, the average rent in High Peak is £895/month — 33% below the England average of £1,332. Rents have changed by +2.2% over the past year.
Key figures
- Average rent: £895/month (33% below the England average of £1,332)
- Rents are up +2.2% year-on-year
- 1-bed average: £597/month
- Market rents exceed LHA by £123/month for a 1-bed
Rent by bedroom type
Here's how average monthly rent in High Peak breaks down by number of bedrooms, with year-on-year change for each.
| Type | Avg. rent | YoY change |
|---|---|---|
| All properties | £895 | +2.2% |
| 1 bedroom | £597 | +2.8% |
| 2 bedrooms | £775 | +2.5% |
| 3 bedrooms | £947 | +2.2% |
| 4+ bedrooms | £1,376 | +1.6% |
Rent by property type
Average rents in High Peak also vary by property type. Flats and maisonettes tend to be cheaper than detached houses.
| Property type | Avg. rent |
|---|---|
| Detached | £1,254 |
| Semi-detached | £926 |
| Terraced | £852 |
| Flat / maisonette | £697 |
Local Housing Allowance comparison
The Local Housing Allowance (LHA) sets the maximum housing benefit for renters in the Peaks & Dales area (April 2024 to March 2025). Here's how it compares to actual market rents.
| Size | LHA rate | Market rent | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared | £347 | — | — |
| 1 bed | £474 | £597 | +£123 |
| 2 bed | £593 | £775 | +£182 |
| 3 bed | £693 | £947 | +£254 |
| 4 bed | £898 | £1,376 | +£478 |
Where market rent exceeds the LHA rate, renters on housing benefit may need to cover the difference themselves.
Renting in High Peak: what to know
High Peak is in the East Midlands region of England. The average rent of £895 per month is 33% below the England average of £1,332. This is roughly in line with the East Midlands regional average of £860.
Rents in High Peak have risen +2.2% over the past year, slower than the East Midlands average of +5.4%.
The Local Housing Allowance for the Peaks & Dales area is £474/month for a 1-bed, slightly below the market average of £597. Renters on housing benefit may face a modest shortfall of £123/month.
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FAQs
What is the average rent in High Peak?
The average rent in High Peak is £895 per month as of January 2026. This covers all property sizes. A 1-bed averages £597, a 2-bed £775, a 3-bed £947.
Is rent in High Peak going up or down?
Rents in High Peak have increased by +2.2% over the past year. This is broadly in line with national trends.
How does rent in High Peak compare to Local Housing Allowance?
The average 1-bed rent in High Peak (£597) is £123 above the LHA rate of £474 for the Peaks & Dales area. This means renters on housing benefit may face a shortfall.
Is High Peak a good area for affordable renting?
With average rents of £895/month, High Peak is well below the England average of £1,332. Lower rents can make it easier to save or manage a budget, though availability and property standards vary.
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