Is Guildford more expensive than Birmingham?

Guildford is 12.9% more expensive than Birmingham overall. Rent is 34.4% higher, groceries 11.2% more expensive, and restaurants 22.4% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Birmingham or Guildford?

Birmingham has a purchasing power index of 141.0 while Guildford has 118.7 (NYC = 100). Birmingham offers better purchasing power.

Birmingham vs Guildford: Cost of Living Comparison (2026)

Category	🇬🇧 Birmingham	🇬🇧 Guildford	Difference
Cost of Living	68.1	76.9	+12.9%
Rent	29.4	39.5	+34.4%
Groceries	62.7	69.7	+11.2%
Restaurants	73.2	89.6	+22.4%
Purchasing Power	141.0	118.7	-15.8%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.