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Renting in Exeter vs Plymouth

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Side-by-side comparison of rental costs, market conditions, and living expenses to help you decide where to rent.

Rent Comparison by Property Size

Property TypeExeterPlymouthDifference
Studio£650/mo£525/mo+£125
1-Bed£800/mo£650/mo+£150
2-Bed£1,025/mo£825/mo+£200
3-Bed£1,275/mo£1,025/mo+£250
4-Bed£1,550/mo£1,275/mo+£275

2-Bed Rent Comparison

Exeter£1,025/mo
Plymouth£825/mo

Market Statistics

MetricExeterPlymouth
Average Yield5.2%5.8%
Rent Growth (YoY)5%4.5%
Demand LevelHighMedium
Average Deposit£1,183£952
Council Tax (Band D)£1,960/yr£1,882/yr

Quick Verdict

For Affordability

Plymouth

£200/mo cheaper for a 2-bed

For Growth Potential

Exeter

5% year-on-year growth

For Investment Yield

Plymouth

5.8% average yield

Monthly Cost of Living (2-Bed)

Exeter

2-Bed Rent£1,025
Council Tax (monthly)£163
Energy (est.)£150
Water (est.)£35
Total Monthly£1,373

Plymouth

2-Bed Rent£825
Council Tax (monthly)£157
Energy (est.)£150
Water (est.)£35
Total Monthly£1,167

Living in Plymouth saves you approximately £206/mo on core housing costs.

Transport Links

Exeter

Exeter St Davids mainline station with services to London, Bristol, and Plymouth. Good bus network and Exeter Airport.

Plymouth

Plymouth mainline station with services to London Paddington. Ferry terminal with routes to France and Spain. City bus network.

Popular Neighbourhoods

Exeter

St JamesMount PleasantHeavitreeTopsham

Plymouth

The BarbicanMutleyPeverellMannamead

Our Verdict

Exeter and Plymouth offer different rental experiences. Plymouth is the more affordable option, with 2-bed rents averaging £825/mo compared to £1,025/mo in Exeter, saving renters £200 per month.

Exeter is seeing stronger rent growth at 5% year-on-year, which may indicate increasing demand in the area. Plymouth offers better returns for landlords at 5.8% average yield.

Both cities have significant student populations, which drives demand for house shares and smaller properties. Ultimately, the best choice depends on your work location, budget, and lifestyle priorities.

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