Is Nottingham more expensive than Milton Keynes?

Nottingham is 0.4% more expensive than Milton Keynes overall. Rent is 22.7% lower, groceries 7.9% more expensive, and restaurants 0.8% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Milton Keynes or Nottingham?

Milton Keynes has a purchasing power index of 119.4 while Nottingham has 128.0 (NYC = 100). Nottingham offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇬🇧 Milton Keynes vs 🇬🇧 Nottingham

2026

Nottingham is 0.4% more expensive

Category	🇬🇧 Milton Keynes	🇬🇧 Nottingham	Difference
Cost of Living	70.2	70.5	+0.4%
Rent	34.4	26.6	-22.7%
Groceries	66.1	71.3	+7.9%
Restaurants	73.1	73.7	+0.8%
Purchasing Power	119.4	128.0	+7.2%

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