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.

Jämförelse av levnadskostnader · 2026

🇬🇧 Birmingham vs 🇬🇧 Guildford

2026

Guildford är 12.9% dyrare

Kategori	🇬🇧 Birmingham	🇬🇧 Guildford	Skillnad
Levnadskostnader	68.1	76.9	+12.9%
Hyra	29.4	39.5	+34.4%
Livsmedel	62.7	69.7	+11.2%
Restauranger	73.2	89.6	+22.4%
Köpkraft	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.