PW to PCM formula

Weekly to Monthly Rent Formula UK

The UK weekly-to-monthly rent formula annualizes PW rent first, then divides by 12 calendar months.

PCM rent

£825.60

Weekly rent is annualized over 365 days, then divided by 12 calendar months.

Annual rent
£9,907.14
Every 4 weeks
£760.00
Difference from 4 weeks
£65.60
InputResult
£150.00£651.79
£190.00£825.60
£200.00£869.05
£250.00£1,086.31
£300.00£1,303.57
£350.00£1,520.83
£400.00£1,738.10
£450.00£1,955.36
£500.00£2,172.62

Direct answer

The formula avoids weekly x 4 because 4 weeks is only 28 days.

PCM = weekly rent x 365 / 7 / 12

How this calculator works

PCM = weekly rent x 365 / 7 / 12. The formula avoids weekly x 4 because 4 weeks is only 28 days. The result keeps the period math consistent, so a weekly, 14-day, 28-day, monthly, or annual amount can be compared on the same basis.

When to use this page

Use this when you want to check the PW-to-PCM formula behind a UK listing, not just copy a converted number. It is most useful when a listing quotes weekly rent and your rent cap or salary planning is monthly.

What this result does not include

The result converts rent only. Utilities, deposits, parking, pet rent, service charges, insurance, move-in fees, proration, and lease-specific payment rules are not included unless you add them to the rent amount yourself.

How to read the comparison

Use the converted amount for the budget period you actually plan with, then keep the original listing period visible so you do not lose track of how rent is collected. A calendar-month result is best for monthly bills, while a weekly, fortnightly, or 4-week result is better for matching a payment cycle.

Calendar month vs payment cycle

A calendar month is not always the same as a repeated payment cycle. Weekly, fortnightly, biweekly, and 4-week rent should be annualized before comparing with monthly rent.

Costs that can change the decision

If two listings are close, utilities, deposits, parking, pet rent, service charges, internet, and move-in costs can matter more than the converted rent difference.

Worked examples

Formula check

GBP 190/week is annualized first, then divided by 12. That avoids treating a calendar month as exactly 4 weeks.

Explaining the result

Use the formula when you need to show why a PW listing and a PCM listing should be compared through annual rent.

Calculations use a 365-day year, 7-day weeks, 14-day fortnightly or biweekly periods, 28-day four-week periods, and 365 divided by 12 days for a calendar month.

Frequently Asked Questions

What assumption does this calculator use?
It uses a 365-day year, 7-day weeks, 14-day biweekly or fortnightly periods, 28-day four-week periods, and 12 calendar months.
Does this include bills or move-in costs?
No. The calculator converts the rent amount only. Add utilities, parking, internet, deposits, service charges, or other fees separately.