Cost of Living in Medway
South East
Town
Kent, EnglandPopulation: 280,000
Average House Price
£432.1k
+49% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£40,867
+5% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,256/mo
+5% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£2,342Band D / yr
Energy£152/ mo
Water£36.00/ mo
Broadband£41.00/ mo
Bus Pass£82.37/ mo
House Prices in Medway
+4.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£432,060
Detached£672,600
Semi-detached£427,500
Terraced£359,100
Flat / Apartment£267,900
House prices in Medway have increased by +4.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Medway
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£40,867
Mean£46,332
Median hourly rate£19.65/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£27,918
Upper quartile (75th)£54,945
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
+4.7%
£1,828 above national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Medway
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Medway each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £1,256 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £195 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £152 |
| Utilities | Water | £36.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £41.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £213 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £300 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £173 |
| Estimated Total | £2,366 |
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 Medway
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£82.37
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.64
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£213
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Or choose any two locations to compareFrequently Asked Questions About Living in Medway
- What is the average house price in Medway?
- The average house price in Medway is £432,060, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £672,600, while flats and apartments average £267,900. Prices have risen by +4.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Medway?
- The median annual salary in Medway is £40,867, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £1,828 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £27,918 (lower quartile) to £54,945 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Medway?
- Average monthly rent in Medway is £1,256 per month. Rents have increased by +3.5% over the past year.
- Is Medway an affordable place to live?
- Medway can be a stretch for those on median earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 37% of the median monthly income, which exceeds the 30% affordability guideline. The average monthly rent is £1,256, while the median annual salary is £40,867 (approximately £3,406 per month before tax).
- How does Medway compare to London?
- The average house price in Medway is £432,060, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Medway costs around 78% of London prices, making it £118,940 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £1,256 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Medway?
- House prices in Medway are currently rising, with a +4.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £432,060 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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