Average Rent in Oadby and Wigston
As of January 2026, the average rent in Oadby and Wigston is £1,019/month — 23% below the England average of £1,332. Rents are rising quickly, up +7.2% in the past year.
Key figures
- Average rent: £1,019/month (23% below the England average of £1,332)
- Rents rising fast: +7.2% year-on-year
- 1-bed average: £729/month
- Market rents exceed LHA by £191/month for a 1-bed
Rent by bedroom type
Here's how average monthly rent in Oadby and Wigston breaks down by number of bedrooms, with year-on-year change for each.
| Type | Avg. rent | YoY change |
|---|---|---|
| All properties | £1,019 | +7.2% |
| 1 bedroom | £729 | +7.6% |
| 2 bedrooms | £884 | +7.6% |
| 3 bedrooms | £1,115 | +7.1% |
| 4+ bedrooms | £1,559 | +6.2% |
Rent by property type
Average rents in Oadby and Wigston also vary by property type. Flats and maisonettes tend to be cheaper than detached houses.
| Property type | Avg. rent |
|---|---|
| Detached | £1,413 |
| Semi-detached | £1,099 |
| Terraced | £967 |
| Flat / maisonette | £796 |
Local Housing Allowance comparison
The Local Housing Allowance (LHA) sets the maximum housing benefit for renters in the Leicester area (April 2024 to March 2025). Here's how it compares to actual market rents.
| Size | LHA rate | Market rent | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared | £394 | — | — |
| 1 bed | £539 | £729 | +£191 |
| 2 bed | £648 | £884 | +£236 |
| 3 bed | £773 | £1,115 | +£342 |
| 4 bed | £1,047 | £1,559 | +£512 |
Where market rent exceeds the LHA rate, renters on housing benefit may need to cover the difference themselves.
Renting in Oadby and Wigston: what to know
Oadby and Wigston is in the East Midlands region of England. The average rent of £1,019 per month is 23% below the England average of £1,332. This is 18% above the East Midlands regional average of £860.
Rents in Oadby and Wigston are rising quickly — up +7.2% over the past year, faster than the East Midlands average of +5.4%. 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 Leicester area is £539/month for a 1-bed, slightly below the market average of £729. Renters on housing benefit may face a modest shortfall of £191/month.
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FAQs
What is the average rent in Oadby and Wigston?
The average rent in Oadby and Wigston is £1,019 per month as of January 2026. This covers all property sizes. A 1-bed averages £729, a 2-bed £884, a 3-bed £1,115.
Is rent in Oadby and Wigston going up or down?
Rents in Oadby and Wigston have increased by +7.2% over the past year. This is well above the national average rate of increase, putting extra pressure on renters.
How does rent in Oadby and Wigston compare to Local Housing Allowance?
The average 1-bed rent in Oadby and Wigston (£729) is £191 above the LHA rate of £539 for the Leicester area. This means renters on housing benefit may face a shortfall.
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