Norwich has just been ranked as one of the best places to live in the UK by the Times UK, thanks to its vibrant independent businesses, unique proximity to the broads and coast, and standout community spirited-ness. But we’re here to help you find out answers to arguably the most important question you’ll have about a potential move: how much does it cost to live in Norwich?

*Please note that the following blog is simply an outline of the potential costs of living in Norwich, correct at the time of writing, and is not financial advice.

Cost of renting / buying:

When moving somewhere new for work, it’s not just the work you have to think about; it’s the life you lead around it. One such consideration is the cost of renting or buying a house. According to the Cities Outlook report of 2024, the average price of a home in a city or large town in the UK was £328, 600. In Norwich the average house costs £296, 200, compared to the London average of £692, 000. If you’re looking to rent, according to the to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), the mean monthly rent for private renters (from 1st October 2022 to 30th September 2023) was £913 in Norwich. This is less than half the mean when compared to London in the same time frame, which was £1,873. Across the UK, the mean is £994.

Meal out

Some nights cooking for yourself just doesn’t cut it. Fortunately for the Norwich resident, there’s a host of delicious restaurants ready to take your order. According to Numbeo, a three-course meal for two in Norwich will cost an average of £69, which is £11 cheaper than London. Norwich has a diverse range of restaurants, ensuring that you’ll never be starved for choice.

Pint

We’ve all heard of ‘London prices’ especially when talking about a pint at the local pub. In Norwich you’ll find prices much more reasonable, the average pint only setting you back £4.50, compared to the London average of £6.50. Norwich is home to many bars and pubs, where you can try out local beers – some of which might even have been brewed on-site, such as at the Fat Cat Brewery Tap. Norwich has a thriving pub/bar scene, so if you’re ever looking for a drink, there’s always plenty on offer.

Overall, Norwich is over 43% cheaper to live in than London. According to Expatistan, the same standard of living in London – at a cost of £13,000 a year – would cost you £7,353 in Norwich.

We hope that this blog has provided you with an outline of what the cost of living in Norwich might look like.

Please note that information regarding pricing was gathered from Expatistan,Numbeo, and the centreforcities, and was accurate at the time of writing. For how the information was sourced, please refer to the details on their websites.

We’ve mentioned London a lot! If you’re also from London, and would like to know a personal account of moving from London to Norwich, click here to read about Ross, and his decision to WiN.