Cost of Living in Hounslow
London
Borough
Population: 288,000
Average House Price
£495.9k
+71% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£52,028
+33% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£2,501/mo
+108% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£2,121Band D / yr
Energy£157/ mo
Water£36.00/ mo
Broadband£37.00/ mo
Bus Pass£90.00/ mo
House Prices in Hounslow
0.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£495,900
Detached£918,000
Semi-detached£585,000
Terraced£508,500
Flat / Apartment£396,000
House prices in Hounslow have increased by 0.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Hounslow
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£52,028
Mean£60,060
Median hourly rate£25.57/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£35,490
Upper quartile (75th)£71,925
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
+33.3%
£12,989 above national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Hounslow
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Hounslow each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £2,501 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £177 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £157 |
| Utilities | Water | £36.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £37.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £233 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £348 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £189 |
| Estimated Total | £3,677 |
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 Hounslow
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£90.00
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.79
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£233
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Or choose any two locations to compareFrequently Asked Questions About Living in Hounslow
- What is the average house price in Hounslow?
- The average house price in Hounslow is £495,900, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £918,000, while flats and apartments average £396,000. Prices have risen by 0.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Hounslow?
- The median annual salary in Hounslow is £52,028, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £12,989 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £35,490 (lower quartile) to £71,925 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Hounslow?
- Average monthly rent in Hounslow is £2,501 per month. Rents have increased by +2.1% over the past year.
- Is Hounslow an affordable place to live?
- Hounslow is expensive relative to local earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 58% of the median monthly income, significantly above the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £2,501, while the median annual salary is £52,028 (approximately £4,336 per month before tax).
- How does Hounslow compare to London?
- The average house price in Hounslow is £495,900, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Hounslow costs around 90% of London prices, making it £55,100 cheaper on average.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Hounslow?
- House prices in Hounslow are currently rising, with a 0.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £495,900 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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