Mortgage on a £70,000 Salary: How Much Can I Borrow?
On a £70,000 salary you could usually borrow about £280,000 to £315,000, which is 4 to 4.5 times your income.
| Multiple of income | You could borrow | With a 10% deposit, price up to | Monthly payment (4.5%, 25 years) | Share of take-home pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 times salary | £280,000 | £311,111 | £1,556 | 37% |
| 4.5 times salary | £315,000 | £350,000 | £1,751 | 41% |
| 5 times salary | £350,000 | £388,889 | £1,945 | 46% |
Monthly payments on £315,000 at different rates
| Interest rate | 25 years | 30 years | 35 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5% | £1,577 | £1,414 | £1,302 |
| 4.5% | £1,751 | £1,596 | £1,491 |
| 5.5% | £1,934 | £1,789 | £1,692 |
| 6.5% | £2,127 | £1,991 | £1,903 |
A longer term lowers the monthly payment but costs more interest in total. Your take-home pay on £70,000 is about £4,263 a month (England, Wales and Northern Ireland, before pension), so lenders will look at what is left after the payment and your other costs.
What lenders look at
- Income: salary, and sometimes bonuses and overtime if they are regular.
- Outgoings: credit cards, loans, car finance, childcare and student loan repayments.
- Deposit: a bigger deposit usually gets a cheaper rate.
- Credit history: a good record gives a wider choice of lenders.
Two of you applying together? Lenders add both incomes. At 4.5 times combined income, two salaries of £70,000 could support around £630,000.
Nearby salaries
| Salary | Borrow at 4 times | Borrow at 4.5 times |
|---|---|---|
| £60,000 | £240,000 | £270,000 |
| £65,000 | £260,000 | £292,500 |
| £75,000 | £300,000 | £337,500 |
| £80,000 | £320,000 | £360,000 |
Figures are for illustration. Buying costs such as stamp duty are not included. Speak to a regulated mortgage adviser before you borrow. See the mortgage calculator and £70,000 after tax.
Frequently asked questions
How much mortgage can I get on a £70,000 salary?
Most lenders offer between 4 and 4.5 times your income, so on £70,000 that is roughly £280,000 to £315,000. Some lenders go higher in certain cases, but your outgoings, debts and credit history decide what you can actually borrow.
What house price can I afford on £70,000?
With a 10% deposit, borrowing £315,000 (4.5 times salary) points to a property price of around £350,000. A bigger deposit raises the price you can afford.
What would the monthly payment be?
For £315,000 over 25 years at 4.5% the repayment is about £1,751 a month, which is 41% of your take-home pay of £4,263.
Can I borrow more with a partner?
Yes. Lenders usually add both incomes together. Two people each earning £70,000 could borrow around £630,000 at 4.5 times combined income.
Figures are for the 2026/27 tax year from official sources and are estimates for guidance only, not financial or legal advice. Printed from ukanswers.co.uk.