Cost of Living in Leamington Spa
West Midlands
Town
Warwickshire, EnglandPopulation: 55,000
Average House Price
£241.1k
-17% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£38,821
-1% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£929/mo
-23% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£2,195Band D / yr
Energy£148/ mo
Water£36.00/ mo
Broadband£35.00/ mo
Bus Pass£67.03/ mo
House Prices in Leamington Spa
+3.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£241,080
Detached£396,900
Semi-detached£240,100
Terraced£181,300
Flat / Apartment£142,100
House prices in Leamington Spa have increased by +3.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Leamington Spa
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£38,821
Mean£43,569
Median hourly rate£18.49/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£26,368
Upper quartile (75th)£50,985
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
-0.6%
£218 below national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Leamington Spa
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Leamington Spa each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £929 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £183 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £148 |
| Utilities | Water | £36.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £35.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £173 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £259 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £141 |
| Estimated Total | £1,904 |
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 Leamington Spa
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£67.03
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.33
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£173
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Leamington Spa
- What is the average house price in Leamington Spa?
- The average house price in Leamington Spa is £241,080, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £396,900, while flats and apartments average £142,100. Prices have risen by +3.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Leamington Spa?
- The median annual salary in Leamington Spa is £38,821, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £218 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £26,368 (lower quartile) to £50,985 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Leamington Spa?
- Average monthly rent in Leamington Spa is £929 per month. Rents have increased by +4.8% over the past year.
- Is Leamington Spa an affordable place to live?
- Leamington Spa is reasonably affordable, with rent taking up around 29% of the median monthly income. This is close to, but within, the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £929, while the median annual salary is £38,821 (approximately £3,235 per month before tax).
- How does Leamington Spa compare to London?
- The average house price in Leamington Spa is £241,080, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Leamington Spa costs around 44% of London prices, making it £309,920 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £929 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Leamington Spa?
- House prices in Leamington Spa are currently rising, with a +3.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £241,080 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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