Cost of Living in Hemel Hempstead
East of England
Town
Hertfordshire, EnglandPopulation: 97,000
Average House Price
£304.2k
+5% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£37,696
-3% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,344/mo
+12% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£2,037Band D / yr
Energy£144/ mo
Water£34.00/ mo
Broadband£37.00/ mo
Bus Pass£75.60/ mo
House Prices in Hemel Hempstead
0.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£304,200
Detached£454,500
Semi-detached£301,500
Terraced£252,000
Flat / Apartment£180,000
House prices in Hemel Hempstead have increased by 0.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Hemel Hempstead
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£37,696
Mean£42,845
Median hourly rate£18.19/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£25,840
Upper quartile (75th)£50,825
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
-3.4%
£1,343 below national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Hemel Hempstead
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Hemel Hempstead each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £1,344 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £170 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £144 |
| Utilities | Water | £34.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £37.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £195 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £275 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £159 |
| Estimated Total | £2,358 |
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 Hemel Hempstead
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£75.60
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.50
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£195
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Hemel Hempstead
- What is the average house price in Hemel Hempstead?
- The average house price in Hemel Hempstead is £304,200, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £454,500, while flats and apartments average £180,000. Prices have risen by 0.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Hemel Hempstead?
- The median annual salary in Hemel Hempstead is £37,696, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £1,343 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £25,840 (lower quartile) to £50,825 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Hemel Hempstead?
- Average monthly rent in Hemel Hempstead is £1,344 per month. Rents have increased by +3.8% over the past year.
- Is Hemel Hempstead an affordable place to live?
- Hemel Hempstead is expensive relative to local earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 43% of the median monthly income, significantly above the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £1,344, while the median annual salary is £37,696 (approximately £3,141 per month before tax).
- How does Hemel Hempstead compare to London?
- The average house price in Hemel Hempstead is £304,200, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Hemel Hempstead costs around 55% of London prices, making it £246,800 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £1,344 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Hemel Hempstead?
- House prices in Hemel Hempstead are currently rising, with a 0.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £304,200 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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