Cost of Living in East Kilbride
Scotland
Town
South Lanarkshire, ScotlandPopulation: 75,000
Average House Price
£177.6k
-39% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£39,690
+2% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,103/mo
-8% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£1,472Band D / yr
Energy£148/ mo
Water£35.00/ mo
Broadband£40.00/ mo
Bus Pass£71.94/ mo
House Prices in East Kilbride
+3.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£177,630
Detached£288,300
Semi-detached£176,700
Terraced£144,150
Flat / Apartment£106,950
House prices in East Kilbride have increased by +3.0% over the past year.
Salaries in East Kilbride
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£39,690
Mean£44,590
Median hourly rate£19.11/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£27,146
Upper quartile (75th)£52,430
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
+1.7%
£651 above national averageMonthly Cost of Living in East Kilbride
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in East Kilbride each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £1,103 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £123 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £148 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £40.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £186 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £262 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £151 |
| Estimated Total | £2,048 |
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 East Kilbride
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£71.94
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.43
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£186
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in East Kilbride
- What is the average house price in East Kilbride?
- The average house price in East Kilbride is £177,630, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £288,300, while flats and apartments average £106,950. Prices have risen by +3.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in East Kilbride?
- The median annual salary in East Kilbride is £39,690, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £651 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £27,146 (lower quartile) to £52,430 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in East Kilbride?
- Average monthly rent in East Kilbride is £1,103 per month. Rents have increased by +0.6% over the past year.
- Is East Kilbride an affordable place to live?
- East Kilbride can be a stretch for those on median earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 33% of the median monthly income, which exceeds the 30% affordability guideline. The average monthly rent is £1,103, while the median annual salary is £39,690 (approximately £3,308 per month before tax).
- How does East Kilbride compare to London?
- The average house price in East Kilbride is £177,630, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in East Kilbride costs around 32% of London prices, making it £373,370 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £1,103 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in East Kilbride?
- House prices in East Kilbride are currently rising, with a +3.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £177,630 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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