Average Rent in Southend-on-Sea
As of January 2026, the average rent in Southend-on-Sea is £1,275/month — 4% below the England average of £1,332. Rents have changed by +6.6% over the past year.
Key figures
- Average rent: £1,275/month (4% below the England average of £1,332)
- Rents are up +6.6% year-on-year
- 1-bed average: £857/month
- Market rents exceed LHA by £179/month for a 1-bed
Rent by bedroom type
Here's how average monthly rent in Southend-on-Sea breaks down by number of bedrooms, with year-on-year change for each.
| Type | Avg. rent | YoY change |
|---|---|---|
| All properties | £1,275 | +6.6% |
| 1 bedroom | £857 | +7.2% |
| 2 bedrooms | £1,089 | +6.8% |
| 3 bedrooms | £1,325 | +6.6% |
| 4+ bedrooms | £1,827 | +6.0% |
Rent by property type
Average rents in Southend-on-Sea also vary by property type. Flats and maisonettes tend to be cheaper than detached houses.
| Property type | Avg. rent |
|---|---|
| Detached | £1,627 |
| Semi-detached | £1,384 |
| Terraced | £1,290 |
| Flat / maisonette | £1,011 |
Local Housing Allowance comparison
The Local Housing Allowance (LHA) sets the maximum housing benefit for renters in the Southend area (April 2024 to March 2025). Here's how it compares to actual market rents.
| Size | LHA rate | Market rent | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared | £405 | — | — |
| 1 bed | £678 | £857 | +£179 |
| 2 bed | £873 | £1,089 | +£216 |
| 3 bed | £1,097 | £1,325 | +£228 |
| 4 bed | £1,346 | £1,827 | +£481 |
Where market rent exceeds the LHA rate, renters on housing benefit may need to cover the difference themselves.
Renting in Southend-on-Sea: what to know
Southend-on-Sea is in the East of England region of England. The average rent of £1,275 per month is 4% below the England average of £1,332. This is roughly in line with the East of England regional average of £1,269.
Rents in Southend-on-Sea have risen +6.6% over the past year, faster than the East of England average of +5.2%.
The Local Housing Allowance for the Southend area is £678/month for a 1-bed, slightly below the market average of £857. Renters on housing benefit may face a modest shortfall of £179/month.
If you’re looking to rent in Southend-on-Sea, 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 Southend-on-Sea?
The average rent in Southend-on-Sea is £1,275 per month as of January 2026. This covers all property sizes. A 1-bed averages £857, a 2-bed £1,089, a 3-bed £1,325.
Is rent in Southend-on-Sea going up or down?
Rents in Southend-on-Sea have increased by +6.6% over the past year. This is above the national average rate of increase.
How does rent in Southend-on-Sea compare to Local Housing Allowance?
The average 1-bed rent in Southend-on-Sea (£857) is £179 above the LHA rate of £678 for the Southend area. This means renters on housing benefit may face a shortfall.
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