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    ‘Picturesque’ but ‘vibrant’ location is UK’s cheapest place to rent

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    A panoramic photograph of a lake with a rugged landscape behind
    Want to escape the city for cheap rent? Look no further (Photo: Getty Images/RooM RF)

    It’s no secret that the state of the British rental market is disastrous.

    In August 2024, data from Office for National Statistics found the Big Smoke to be the most expensive place for tenants in the United Kingdom, with the average rent for a whopping £2,129.

    The situation is relatively dark everywherewhile rents increased by 8.4% between August 2023 and 2024 – the only small positive is that they were down from 8.6% in the same previous year.

    But there are some areas of the country where you’ll get more bang for your buck. So if you’re looking to shave a few coins off your monthly rent payment, moving might be a decent option.


    a house by a river after fresh snow with a clear blue sky, a picturesque winter scene
    Dumfries and Galloway are beautiful in winter (Photo: Getty Images/500px Prime)

    Today, new data revealed ‘scenic’ and “vibrant” with the cheapest rents, and the winner is so charming that price is only one factor in their appeal.

    Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, were found to have the lowest average monthly rents at £483 on average, or £5,796 per year.

    Go.Compare’s research found that living comfortably in the county requires an annual salary of £19,320, well below the ONS national average of £35,830.

    In second and third place were Hartlepool and Burnley with monthly costs of £534 and £573 respectively, requiring salaries of £21,360 and £22,920.


    A view of the River Dee at low tide showing boats in Kircudbright Harbour, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland. The church tower is in the background
    The River Dee also offers panoramic views of the harbor (Photo: Getty Images)

    As well as the 10 locations offering the cheapest rents, researchers assessed the five most affordable regions, with the North East of England coming out on top with an average annual rental price of £8,184 (requiring a salary of £27 £280).

    London was nowhere to be found, followed by Wales (£9,024), followed by Yorkshire and the Humber (£9,564), East Midlands (£10,032) and North West England (£10,206).

    What to do in Dumfries and Galloway

    Known for its beautiful coastline and abundant forests, Dumfries and Galloway are awash in beauty.

    Without a doubt, the area offers plenty of opportunities to get active outdoors, offering cycling routes across the region covering mountain biking, gravel and road cycling.


    The River Nith and the old bridge in Dumfries, Scotland.
    The River Nith is another stunning location (Photo: Getty Images/iStockphoto)

    There is also Galloway Forest Park, which is an international dark sky park set among 300 square miles of magnificent forests. Here, Bruce’s Stone offers picturesque 360° views of Loch Trool, while the sky over Loch Clatteringshaws is particularly striking.

    In history? Caerlaverock Castle is one of Scotland’s most famous medieval fortresses, with its moat, twin-towered gatehouse and imposing battlements. Although it’s technically in ruins, much of it is still in one piece – and tickets start at £3.50 per person.

    Galloway Forest Park has been awarded Dark Sky status (Photo: Getty Images)

    If you have a slightly more adventurous side, Galloway Canyoning offers you the opportunity to try hiking, climbing and tubing.

    Want a drink? Ninefold Distillery, located in Lockerbie, is the only rum distillery in the south of Scotland. The company makes rum from scratch in what was once a cattle barn on the Dormont Estate, producing brut rums, spiced rums and barrel-aged rums.


    The cheapest UK areas to rent, according to Go.Compare

    1. Dumfries and Galloway (average annual rental price: £5,796, salary needed: £19,320)
    2. Hartlepool (£6,408, £21,360)
    3. Burnley (£6,876, £22,920)
    4. Redcar and Cleveland (£6,924, £23,080)
    5. Hyndburn (£6,948, £23,160)
    6. Neath Port Talbot (£7,032, £23,440)
    7. Darlington (£7,044, £23,480)
    8. Blaenau Gwent (£7,056, £23,520)
    9. Pendle (£7,068, £23,560)
    10. Kingston upon Hull (£7,200, £24,000).


    The most affordable areas of the UK to rent, according to Go.Compare

    1. North East England (average annual rental price: £8,184, salary required: £27,280)
    2. Wales (£9,024, required salary: £30,080)
    3. Yorkshire and Humber (£9,564, £31,880)
    4. East Midlands (£10,032, £33,440)
    5. North West England (£10,260, £34,200).

    This article was first published on October 11, 2024.

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