Average Rent in Newham
As of January 2026, the average rent in Newham is £1,906/month — 43% above the England average of £1,332. Rents are rising quickly, up +8.6% in the past year.
Key figures
- Average rent: £1,906/month (43% above the England average of £1,332)
- Rents rising fast: +8.6% year-on-year
- 1-bed average: £1,613/month
- Market rents exceed LHA by £177/month for a 1-bed
- London borough — expect referencing and credit checks as standard
Rent by bedroom type
Here's how average monthly rent in Newham breaks down by number of bedrooms, with year-on-year change for each.
| Type | Avg. rent | YoY change |
|---|---|---|
| All properties | £1,906 | +8.6% |
| 1 bedroom | £1,613 | +8.8% |
| 2 bedrooms | £1,970 | +8.6% |
| 3 bedrooms | £2,180 | +8.8% |
| 4+ bedrooms | £2,645 | +8.3% |
Rent by property type
In Newham, flats and maisonettes make up a large share of the rental market. Here’s how average rents compare across property types.
| Property type | Avg. rent |
|---|---|
| Detached | £2,154 |
| Semi-detached | £2,297 |
| Terraced | £2,036 |
| Flat / maisonette | £1,818 |
Local Housing Allowance comparison
The Local Housing Allowance (LHA) sets the maximum housing benefit for renters in the Inner East London area (April 2024 to March 2025). Here's how it compares to actual market rents.
| Size | LHA rate | Market rent | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared | £698 | — | — |
| 1 bed | £1,436 | £1,613 | +£177 |
| 2 bed | £1,745 | £1,970 | +£225 |
| 3 bed | £2,154 | £2,180 | +£26 |
| 4 bed | £2,992 | £2,645 | £-347 |
Where market rent exceeds the LHA rate, renters on housing benefit may need to cover the difference themselves.
Renting in Newham: what to know
Newham is a London borough where rental demand is consistently high. The average rent of £1,906 per month is 43% above the England average of £1,332. This is 9% below the London regional average of £2,099.
Rents in Newham are rising quickly — up +8.6% over the past year, faster than the London average of +3.1%. 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.
The Local Housing Allowance for the Inner East London area is £1,436/month for a 1-bed, slightly below the market average of £1,613. Renters on housing benefit may face a modest shortfall of £177/month.
London landlords and agents almost always run credit and referencing checks. A strong credit profile can make the difference between securing a property and losing out to another applicant. Reporting your rent payments to credit agencies is one way to start building that history.
FAQs
What is the average rent in Newham?
The average rent in Newham is £1,906 per month as of January 2026. This covers all property sizes. A 1-bed averages £1,613, a 2-bed £1,970, a 3-bed £2,180.
Is rent in Newham going up or down?
Rents in Newham have increased by +8.6% over the past year. This is well above the national average rate of increase, putting extra pressure on renters.
How does rent in Newham compare to Local Housing Allowance?
The average 1-bed rent in Newham (£1,613) is £177 above the LHA rate of £1,436 for the Inner East London area. This means renters on housing benefit may face a shortfall.
Is Newham expensive compared to other London boroughs?
Yes — Newham is one of the more expensive boroughs. At £1,906/month average, it’s significantly above the England average of £1,332. Competition for rentals in inner London boroughs tends to be high, making a strong tenant profile especially valuable.
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