Car insurance price index

The most comprehensive analysis of car insurance pricing in the UK

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Car insurance prices increase in 12 months

Car insurance prices have increased by £47 (6%) in 12 months, according to the latest Confused.com car insurance price index, powered by Willis Towers Watson. This is the steepest annual increase in prices in more than two years. Drivers can now expect to pay £809 for a typical comprehensive car insurance policy, on average.

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Average prices by region

Premiums across UK regions increase by as much as £119 in 12 months

The cost of car insurance increased the most in Inner London, with prices now £119 (10%) more expensive than 12 months ago. Drivers in the region now pay £1,272 for car insurance on average, making it the most expensive region in the UK.

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Average prices by age

Car insurance prices increase the most for 17-year-olds.

The cost of car insurance for 17-year-olds increased by £121 (6%) in 12 months, to £2,026, on average. However, 18-year-olds pay the most for their car insurance, with the average price for this age now £2,134.

How does my age change my insurance costs?

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How do your prices compare to the rest of the nation? Use our car insurance calculator to look at the average premium for your age and region.

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Average prices by gender

Men pay more than women for car insurance

Women were hit the hardest by car insurance price increases and are now paying £53 (8%) more than 12 months ago. However, men are still paying £85 more than women for their car insurance.

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