Cost of Living in Epsom
South East
Town
Surrey, EnglandPopulation: 80,000
Average House Price
£352.5k
+22% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£44,582
+14% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,377/mo
+15% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£2,185Band D / yr
Energy£147/ mo
Water£35.00/ mo
Broadband£40.00/ mo
Bus Pass£81.58/ mo
House Prices in Epsom
+3.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£352,470
Detached£548,700
Semi-detached£348,750
Terraced£292,950
Flat / Apartment£218,550
House prices in Epsom have increased by +3.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Epsom
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£44,582
Mean£50,544
Median hourly rate£21.44/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£30,456
Upper quartile (75th)£59,940
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
+14.2%
£5,543 above national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Epsom
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Epsom each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £1,377 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £182 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £147 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £40.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £211 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £303 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £172 |
| Estimated Total | £2,467 |
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 Epsom
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£81.58
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.62
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£211
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Or choose any two locations to compareFrequently Asked Questions About Living in Epsom
- What is the average house price in Epsom?
- The average house price in Epsom is £352,470, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £548,700, while flats and apartments average £218,550. Prices have risen by +3.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Epsom?
- The median annual salary in Epsom is £44,582, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £5,543 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £30,456 (lower quartile) to £59,940 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Epsom?
- Average monthly rent in Epsom is £1,377 per month. Rents have increased by +4.5% over the past year.
- Is Epsom an affordable place to live?
- Epsom 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 £1,377, while the median annual salary is £44,582 (approximately £3,715 per month before tax).
- How does Epsom compare to London?
- The average house price in Epsom is £352,470, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Epsom costs around 64% of London prices, making it £198,530 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £1,377 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Epsom?
- House prices in Epsom are currently rising, with a +3.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £352,470 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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