Average Rent in South Gloucestershire
As of January 2026, the average rent in South Gloucestershire is £1,447/month — 9% above the England average of £1,332. Rents have changed by +5.1% over the past year.
Key figures
- Average rent: £1,447/month (9% above the England average of £1,332)
- Rents are up +5.1% year-on-year
- 1-bed average: £985/month
- Market rents exceed LHA by £87/month for a 1-bed
Rent by bedroom type
Here's how average monthly rent in South Gloucestershire breaks down by number of bedrooms, with year-on-year change for each.
| Type | Avg. rent | YoY change |
|---|---|---|
| All properties | £1,447 | +5.1% |
| 1 bedroom | £985 | +6.0% |
| 2 bedrooms | £1,257 | +5.6% |
| 3 bedrooms | £1,534 | +5.4% |
| 4+ bedrooms | £2,213 | +4.4% |
Rent by property type
Average rents in South Gloucestershire also vary by property type. Flats and maisonettes tend to be cheaper than detached houses.
| Property type | Avg. rent |
|---|---|
| Detached | £1,958 |
| Semi-detached | £1,551 |
| Terraced | £1,449 |
| Flat / maisonette | £1,142 |
Local Housing Allowance comparison
The Local Housing Allowance (LHA) sets the maximum housing benefit for renters in the Bristol area (April 2024 to March 2025). Here's how it compares to actual market rents.
| Size | LHA rate | Market rent | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared | £510 | — | — |
| 1 bed | £898 | £985 | +£87 |
| 2 bed | £1,092 | £1,257 | +£165 |
| 3 bed | £1,296 | £1,534 | +£238 |
| 4 bed | £1,845 | £2,213 | +£368 |
Where market rent exceeds the LHA rate, renters on housing benefit may need to cover the difference themselves.
Renting in South Gloucestershire: what to know
South Gloucestershire is in the South West region of England. The average rent of £1,447 per month is 9% above the England average of £1,332. This is 31% above the South West regional average of £1,104.
Rents in South Gloucestershire have risen +5.1% over the past year, broadly in line with the South West average of +4.9%.
The Local Housing Allowance for the Bristol area is £898/month for a 1-bed, slightly below the market average of £985. Renters on housing benefit may face a modest shortfall of £87/month.
If you’re looking to rent in South Gloucestershire, 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 Gloucestershire?
The average rent in South Gloucestershire is £1,447 per month as of January 2026. This covers all property sizes. A 1-bed averages £985, a 2-bed £1,257, a 3-bed £1,534.
Is rent in South Gloucestershire going up or down?
Rents in South Gloucestershire have increased by +5.1% over the past year. This is above the national average rate of increase.
How does rent in South Gloucestershire compare to Local Housing Allowance?
The average 1-bed rent in South Gloucestershire (£985) is £87 above the LHA rate of £898 for the Bristol area. This means renters on housing benefit may face a shortfall.
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