https://blog.spareroom.co.uk/renting-vs-buying-in-2025/
Renters are spending more of their take-home pay than ever on rent, with three-quarters spending more than 30% – meaning that the majority qualify as being ‘rent burdened’. Over a quarter (26%) surpass this threshold, spending more than 50%.
This is partly because UK average room rents have increased in the past 4 years, from £576pm in Q1 2021 to £744pm in Q1 2025, whilst wages have remained stagnant. Under 25s, who have not yet reached their earning potential, are feeling the pinch most, with 40% spending more than half their take-home pay on rent.
Category: Housing