Cost of Living in Islington
London
Borough
Population: 245,000
Average House Price
£484.9k
+67% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£51,037
+31% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£2,456/mo
+105% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£2,081Band D / yr
Energy£156/ mo
Water£36.00/ mo
Broadband£35.00/ mo
Bus Pass£88.20/ mo
House Prices in Islington
+3.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£484,880
Detached£897,600
Semi-detached£572,000
Terraced£497,200
Flat / Apartment£387,200
House prices in Islington have increased by +3.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Islington
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£51,037
Mean£58,916
Median hourly rate£25.08/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£34,814
Upper quartile (75th)£70,555
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
+30.7%
£11,998 above national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Islington
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Islington each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £2,456 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £173 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £156 |
| Utilities | Water | £36.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £35.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £228 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £341 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £185 |
| Estimated Total | £3,610 |
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 Islington
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£88.20
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.75
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£228
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Or choose any two locations to compareFrequently Asked Questions About Living in Islington
- What is the average house price in Islington?
- The average house price in Islington is £484,880, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £897,600, while flats and apartments average £387,200. Prices have risen by +3.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Islington?
- The median annual salary in Islington is £51,037, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £11,998 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £34,814 (lower quartile) to £70,555 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Islington?
- Average monthly rent in Islington is £2,456 per month. Rents have increased by +0.1% over the past year.
- Is Islington an affordable place to live?
- Islington 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 £2,456, while the median annual salary is £51,037 (approximately £4,253 per month before tax).
- How does Islington compare to London?
- The average house price in Islington is £484,880, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Islington costs around 88% of London prices, making it £66,120 cheaper on average.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Islington?
- House prices in Islington are currently rising, with a +3.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £484,880 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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