Cost of Living in Kingston upon Thames
London
Borough
Population: 177,000
Average House Price
£562.0k
+94% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£53,019
+36% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£2,095/mo
+75% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£1,923Band D / yr
Energy£150/ mo
Water£35.00/ mo
Broadband£39.00/ mo
Bus Pass£91.80/ mo
House Prices in Kingston upon Thames
+2.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£562,020
Detached£1,040,400
Semi-detached£663,000
Terraced£576,300
Flat / Apartment£448,800
House prices in Kingston upon Thames have increased by +2.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Kingston upon Thames
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£53,019
Mean£61,204
Median hourly rate£26.05/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£36,166
Upper quartile (75th)£73,295
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
+35.8%
£13,980 above national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Kingston upon Thames
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Kingston upon Thames each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £2,095 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £160 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £150 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £39.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £237 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £341 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £193 |
| Estimated Total | £3,250 |
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 Kingston upon Thames
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£91.80
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.82
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£237
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Kingston upon Thames
- What is the average house price in Kingston upon Thames?
- The average house price in Kingston upon Thames is £562,020, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £1,040,400, while flats and apartments average £448,800. Prices have risen by +2.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Kingston upon Thames?
- The median annual salary in Kingston upon Thames is £53,019, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £13,980 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £36,166 (lower quartile) to £73,295 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Kingston upon Thames?
- Average monthly rent in Kingston upon Thames is £2,095 per month. Rents have increased by +0.1% over the past year.
- Is Kingston upon Thames an affordable place to live?
- Kingston upon Thames is expensive relative to local earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 47% of the median monthly income, significantly above the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £2,095, while the median annual salary is £53,019 (approximately £4,418 per month before tax).
- How does Kingston upon Thames compare to London?
- The average house price in Kingston upon Thames is £562,020, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Kingston upon Thames is £11,020 more expensive than the London average. Rent is also more affordable, at £2,095 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Kingston upon Thames?
- House prices in Kingston upon Thames are currently rising, with a +2.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £562,020 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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