Cost of Living in Banbury
South East
Town
Oxfordshire, EnglandPopulation: 49,000
Average House Price
£325.9k
+12% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£41,693
+7% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,283/mo
+7% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£2,208Band D / yr
Energy£147/ mo
Water£35.00/ mo
Broadband£33.00/ mo
Bus Pass£76.03/ mo
House Prices in Banbury
+1.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£325,940
Detached£507,400
Semi-detached£322,500
Terraced£270,900
Flat / Apartment£202,100
House prices in Banbury have increased by +1.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Banbury
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£41,693
Mean£47,268
Median hourly rate£20.05/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£28,482
Upper quartile (75th)£56,055
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
+6.8%
£2,654 above national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Banbury
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Banbury each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £1,283 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £184 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £147 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £33.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £196 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £306 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £160 |
| Estimated Total | £2,344 |
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 Banbury
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£76.03
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.51
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£196
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Or choose any two locations to compareFrequently Asked Questions About Living in Banbury
- What is the average house price in Banbury?
- The average house price in Banbury is £325,940, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £507,400, while flats and apartments average £202,100. Prices have risen by +1.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Banbury?
- The median annual salary in Banbury is £41,693, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £2,654 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £28,482 (lower quartile) to £56,055 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Banbury?
- Average monthly rent in Banbury is £1,283 per month. Rents have increased by +5.5% over the past year.
- Is Banbury an affordable place to live?
- Banbury can be a stretch for those on median earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 37% of the median monthly income, which exceeds the 30% affordability guideline. The average monthly rent is £1,283, while the median annual salary is £41,693 (approximately £3,474 per month before tax).
- How does Banbury compare to London?
- The average house price in Banbury is £325,940, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Banbury costs around 59% of London prices, making it £225,060 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £1,283 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Banbury?
- House prices in Banbury are currently rising, with a +1.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £325,940 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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