Cost of Living in Hillingdon
London
Borough
Population: 310,000
Average House Price
£556.5k
+92% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£47,568
+22% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£2,478/mo
+107% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£2,101Band D / yr
Energy£157/ mo
Water£36.00/ mo
Broadband£38.00/ mo
Bus Pass£90.90/ mo
House Prices in Hillingdon
+1.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£556,510
Detached£1,030,200
Semi-detached£656,500
Terraced£570,650
Flat / Apartment£444,400
House prices in Hillingdon have increased by +1.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Hillingdon
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£47,568
Mean£54,912
Median hourly rate£23.38/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£32,448
Upper quartile (75th)£65,760
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
+21.8%
£8,529 above national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Hillingdon
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Hillingdon each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £2,478 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £175 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £157 |
| Utilities | Water | £36.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £38.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £235 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £344 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £191 |
| Estimated Total | £3,654 |
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 Hillingdon
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£90.90
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.81
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£235
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Or choose any two locations to compareFrequently Asked Questions About Living in Hillingdon
- What is the average house price in Hillingdon?
- The average house price in Hillingdon is £556,510, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £1,030,200, while flats and apartments average £444,400. Prices have risen by +1.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Hillingdon?
- The median annual salary in Hillingdon is £47,568, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £8,529 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £32,448 (lower quartile) to £65,760 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Hillingdon?
- Average monthly rent in Hillingdon is £2,478 per month. Rents have increased by +1.1% over the past year.
- Is Hillingdon an affordable place to live?
- Hillingdon is expensive relative to local earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 63% of the median monthly income, significantly above the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £2,478, while the median annual salary is £47,568 (approximately £3,964 per month before tax).
- How does Hillingdon compare to London?
- The average house price in Hillingdon is £556,510, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Hillingdon is £5,510 more expensive than the London average.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Hillingdon?
- House prices in Hillingdon are currently rising, with a +1.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £556,510 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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