Cost of Living in Aldershot
South East
Town
Hampshire, EnglandPopulation: 37,000
Average House Price
£420.7k
+45% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£43,757
+12% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,296/mo
+8% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£2,052Band D / yr
Energy£142/ mo
Water£34.00/ mo
Broadband£38.00/ mo
Bus Pass£79.99/ mo
House Prices in Aldershot
+1.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£420,690
Detached£654,900
Semi-detached£416,250
Terraced£349,650
Flat / Apartment£260,850
House prices in Aldershot have increased by +1.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Aldershot
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£43,757
Mean£49,608
Median hourly rate£21.04/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£29,892
Upper quartile (75th)£58,830
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
+12.1%
£4,718 above national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Aldershot
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Aldershot each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £1,296 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £171 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £142 |
| Utilities | Water | £34.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £38.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £207 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £285 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £168 |
| Estimated Total | £2,341 |
These figures are estimates based on averages and may vary depending on your lifestyle, property type, and household size. Council tax shown at Band D; your band may differ.
Transport Costs in Aldershot
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£79.99
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.59
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£207
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Or choose any two locations to compareFrequently Asked Questions About Living in Aldershot
- What is the average house price in Aldershot?
- The average house price in Aldershot is £420,690, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £654,900, while flats and apartments average £260,850. Prices have risen by +1.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Aldershot?
- The median annual salary in Aldershot is £43,757, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £4,718 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £29,892 (lower quartile) to £58,830 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Aldershot?
- Average monthly rent in Aldershot is £1,296 per month. Rents have increased by +2.5% over the past year.
- Is Aldershot an affordable place to live?
- Aldershot can be a stretch for those on median earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 36% of the median monthly income, which exceeds the 30% affordability guideline. The average monthly rent is £1,296, while the median annual salary is £43,757 (approximately £3,646 per month before tax).
- How does Aldershot compare to London?
- The average house price in Aldershot is £420,690, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Aldershot costs around 76% of London prices, making it £130,310 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £1,296 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Aldershot?
- House prices in Aldershot are currently rising, with a +1.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £420,690 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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