Rent affordability calculator
Check if your rent is a comfortable share of your UK take-home pay.
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How much rent can I afford in the UK?
A common UK guideline is to spend no more than around 30% of your take-home monthly income on rent. In expensive areas some households stretch toward 40%, but that often leaves little room for bills, transport, and emergencies.
This calculator shows your rent-to-income ratio instantly. Use it alongside our monthly budget tool to see what you have left after rent and other essentials.
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