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Sheffield vs London

United Kingdom vs United Kingdom · 227 km apart

Sheffield

United Kingdom

£977 ($1,237)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

London

United Kingdom

£1,225 ($1,550)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseSheffieldLondonCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$10.81$13.26Sheffield
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$43.25$53.04Sheffield
Cappuccino$3.24$3.98Sheffield
Monthly groceries (single person)$245$301Sheffield
Monthly public transport pass$39.64$48.62Sheffield
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$105$128Sheffield
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$30.27$37.13Sheffield
Fitness club membership$30.27$37.13Sheffield
Cinema ticket$7.93$9.72Sheffield
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$742$958Sheffield
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$516$666Sheffield
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,549$1,999Sheffield
Total single-person budget$1,237$1,550Sheffield
Average net salary$3,286$4,030

Verdict

Sheffield is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Sheffield runs about $1,237 versus $1,550 in London — a difference of roughly 25%.

Salary-adjusted, London leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Sheffield  ·  Full cost of living in London

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sheffield cheaper than London?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,237 per month in Sheffield versus $1,550 in London — about 25% less.
How far is Sheffield from London?
The straight-line distance between Sheffield and London is approximately 227 km (141 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Sheffield or London?
The estimated average net salary is $3,286 in Sheffield and $4,030 in London. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,049 in Sheffield versus $2,480 in London per month.