Rent by size
| Size | Average rent | Income at 30% |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | £618 a month | £24,720/yr |
| 2 bedrooms | £836 a month | £33,440/yr |
| 3 bedrooms | £1,103 a month | £44,120/yr |
| 4+ bedrooms | £1,828 a month | £73,120/yr |
Rent by type of home
| Type | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Flat or maisonette | £780 a month |
| Terraced house | £870 a month |
| Semi-detached house | £934 a month |
| Detached house | £1,405 a month |
This is one of Scotland's Broad Rental Market Areas, the areas ONS uses for Scottish rents.
What this means for your budget
Average rents mix older and newer homes, so a newly listed home often costs more than the average. Use this figure as a benchmark when you compare listings, and budget for deposits and fees on top. The 30% rule is a simple guide, not a lender's or landlord's requirement; many landlords use their own income checks.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in West Lothian?
The average private rent in West Lothian was £911 a month in August 2026, according to the ONS Price Index of Private Rents, 9.0% higher than a year earlier.
How much do I need to earn to rent in West Lothian?
To keep the average rent of £911 a month at 30% of gross income, a common affordability rule of thumb, you would need about £36,440 a year before tax.
How much is a 1 bedroom in West Lothian?
1 bedroom: £618; 2 bedrooms: £836; 3 bedrooms: £1,103; 4+ bedrooms: £1,828 a month, based on August 2026 data.
Source: ONS Price Index of Private Rents, published 16 September 2026. Figures for August 2026, shown as published. Rents are in British pounds. Our data.