Cost of Living in Maidstone
South East
Town
Kent, EnglandPopulation: 172,000
Average House Price
£360.1k
+24% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£41,280
+6% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,323/mo
+10% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£2,275Band D / yr
Energy£149/ mo
Water£35.00/ mo
Broadband£32.00/ mo
Bus Pass£75.24/ mo
House Prices in Maidstone
0.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£360,050
Detached£560,500
Semi-detached£356,250
Terraced£299,250
Flat / Apartment£223,250
House prices in Maidstone have increased by 0.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Maidstone
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£41,280
Mean£46,800
Median hourly rate£19.85/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£28,200
Upper quartile (75th)£55,500
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
+5.7%
£2,241 above national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Maidstone
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Maidstone each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £1,323 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £190 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £149 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £32.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £194 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £291 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £158 |
| Estimated Total | £2,372 |
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 Maidstone
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£75.24
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.49
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£194
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Or choose any two locations to compareFrequently Asked Questions About Living in Maidstone
- What is the average house price in Maidstone?
- The average house price in Maidstone is £360,050, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £560,500, while flats and apartments average £223,250. Prices have risen by 0.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Maidstone?
- The median annual salary in Maidstone is £41,280, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £2,241 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £28,200 (lower quartile) to £55,500 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Maidstone?
- Average monthly rent in Maidstone is £1,323 per month. Rents have increased by +4.5% over the past year.
- Is Maidstone an affordable place to live?
- Maidstone can be a stretch for those on median earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 38% of the median monthly income, which exceeds the 30% affordability guideline. The average monthly rent is £1,323, while the median annual salary is £41,280 (approximately £3,440 per month before tax).
- How does Maidstone compare to London?
- The average house price in Maidstone is £360,050, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Maidstone costs around 65% of London prices, making it £190,950 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £1,323 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Maidstone?
- House prices in Maidstone are currently rising, with a 0.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £360,050 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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