Cost of Living in Didcot
South East
Town
Oxfordshire, EnglandPopulation: 27,000
Average House Price
£379k
+31% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£43,344
+11% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,391/mo
+16% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£2,208Band D / yr
Energy£147/ mo
Water£35.00/ mo
Broadband£37.00/ mo
Bus Pass£79.20/ mo
House Prices in Didcot
0.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£379,000
Detached£590,000
Semi-detached£375,000
Terraced£315,000
Flat / Apartment£235,000
House prices in Didcot have increased by 0.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Didcot
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£43,344
Mean£49,140
Median hourly rate£20.84/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£29,610
Upper quartile (75th)£58,275
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
+11.0%
£4,305 above national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Didcot
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Didcot each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £1,391 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £184 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £147 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £37.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £205 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £306 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £167 |
| Estimated Total | £2,472 |
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 Didcot
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 Didcot
- What is the average house price in Didcot?
- The average house price in Didcot is £379,000, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £590,000, while flats and apartments average £235,000. Prices have risen by 0.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Didcot?
- The median annual salary in Didcot is £43,344, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £4,305 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £29,610 (lower quartile) to £58,275 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Didcot?
- Average monthly rent in Didcot is £1,391 per month. Rents have increased by +5.5% over the past year.
- Is Didcot an affordable place to live?
- Didcot can be a stretch for those on median earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 39% of the median monthly income, which exceeds the 30% affordability guideline. The average monthly rent is £1,391, while the median annual salary is £43,344 (approximately £3,612 per month before tax).
- How does Didcot compare to London?
- The average house price in Didcot is £379,000, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Didcot costs around 69% of London prices, making it £172,000 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £1,391 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Didcot?
- House prices in Didcot are currently rising, with a 0.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £379,000 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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