Cost of Living in Andover
South East
Town
Hampshire, EnglandPopulation: 52,000
Average House Price
£341.1k
+18% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£39,216
+0% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,256/mo
+5% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£2,163Band D / yr
Energy£146/ mo
Water£35.00/ mo
Broadband£37.00/ mo
Bus Pass£79.20/ mo
House Prices in Andover
0.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£341,100
Detached£531,000
Semi-detached£337,500
Terraced£283,500
Flat / Apartment£211,500
House prices in Andover have increased by 0.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Andover
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£39,216
Mean£44,460
Median hourly rate£18.86/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£26,790
Upper quartile (75th)£52,725
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
+0.5%
£177 above national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Andover
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Andover each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £1,256 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £180 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £146 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £37.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £205 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £300 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £167 |
| Estimated Total | £2,326 |
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 Andover
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£79.20
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.57
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£205
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Or choose any two locations to compareFrequently Asked Questions About Living in Andover
- What is the average house price in Andover?
- The average house price in Andover is £341,100, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £531,000, while flats and apartments average £211,500. Prices have risen by 0.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Andover?
- The median annual salary in Andover is £39,216, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £177 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £26,790 (lower quartile) to £52,725 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Andover?
- Average monthly rent in Andover is £1,256 per month. Rents have increased by +3.5% over the past year.
- Is Andover an affordable place to live?
- Andover can be a stretch for those on median earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 38% of the median monthly income, which exceeds the 30% affordability guideline. The average monthly rent is £1,256, while the median annual salary is £39,216 (approximately £3,268 per month before tax).
- How does Andover compare to London?
- The average house price in Andover is £341,100, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Andover costs around 62% of London prices, making it £209,900 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £1,256 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Andover?
- House prices in Andover are currently rising, with a 0.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £341,100 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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