Average Rent in South Cambridgeshire
As of January 2026, the average rent in South Cambridgeshire is £1,399/month — 5% above the England average of £1,332. Rents have changed by +4.9% over the past year.
Key figures
- Average rent: £1,399/month (5% above the England average of £1,332)
- Rents are up +4.9% year-on-year
- 1-bed average: £1,002/month
- Market rents exceed LHA by £104/month for a 1-bed
Rent by bedroom type
Here's how average monthly rent in South Cambridgeshire breaks down by number of bedrooms, with year-on-year change for each.
| Type | Avg. rent | YoY change |
|---|---|---|
| All properties | £1,399 | +4.9% |
| 1 bedroom | £1,002 | +5.6% |
| 2 bedrooms | £1,271 | +5.3% |
| 3 bedrooms | £1,518 | +4.9% |
| 4+ bedrooms | £2,144 | +4.0% |
Rent by property type
Average rents in South Cambridgeshire also vary by property type. Flats and maisonettes tend to be cheaper than detached houses.
| Property type | Avg. rent |
|---|---|
| Detached | £1,920 |
| Semi-detached | £1,459 |
| Terraced | £1,391 |
| Flat / maisonette | £1,163 |
Local Housing Allowance comparison
The Local Housing Allowance (LHA) sets the maximum housing benefit for renters in the Cambridge area (April 2024 to March 2025). Here's how it compares to actual market rents.
| Size | LHA rate | Market rent | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared | £525 | — | — |
| 1 bed | £898 | £1,002 | +£104 |
| 2 bed | £947 | £1,271 | +£324 |
| 3 bed | £1,122 | £1,518 | +£396 |
| 4 bed | £1,446 | £2,144 | +£698 |
Where market rent exceeds the LHA rate, renters on housing benefit may need to cover the difference themselves.
Renting in South Cambridgeshire: what to know
South Cambridgeshire is in the East of England region of England. The average rent of £1,399 per month is 5% above the England average of £1,332. This is 10% above the East of England regional average of £1,269.
Rents in South Cambridgeshire have risen +4.9% over the past year, broadly in line with the East of England average of +5.2%.
The Local Housing Allowance for the Cambridge area is £898/month for a 1-bed, slightly below the market average of £1,002. Renters on housing benefit may face a modest shortfall of £104/month.
If you’re looking to rent in South Cambridgeshire, building a strong credit profile can help you pass tenant referencing checks and access a wider range of properties. Reporting your rent payments to credit agencies is one way to start building that history.
FAQs
What is the average rent in South Cambridgeshire?
The average rent in South Cambridgeshire is £1,399 per month as of January 2026. This covers all property sizes. A 1-bed averages £1,002, a 2-bed £1,271, a 3-bed £1,518.
Is rent in South Cambridgeshire going up or down?
Rents in South Cambridgeshire have increased by +4.9% over the past year. This is broadly in line with national trends.
How does rent in South Cambridgeshire compare to Local Housing Allowance?
The average 1-bed rent in South Cambridgeshire (£1,002) is £104 above the LHA rate of £898 for the Cambridge area. This means renters on housing benefit may face a shortfall.
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