Cost of Living in Sevenoaks
South East
Town
Kent, EnglandPopulation: 30,000
Average House Price
£394.2k
+36% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£40,867
+5% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,202/mo
+0% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£2,252Band D / yr
Energy£149/ mo
Water£35.00/ mo
Broadband£41.00/ mo
Bus Pass£82.37/ mo
House Prices in Sevenoaks
+4.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£394,160
Detached£613,600
Semi-detached£390,000
Terraced£327,600
Flat / Apartment£244,400
House prices in Sevenoaks have increased by +4.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Sevenoaks
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 Sevenoaks
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Sevenoaks each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £1,202 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £188 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £149 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £41.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £213 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £288 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £173 |
| Estimated Total | £2,289 |
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 Sevenoaks
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 Sevenoaks
- What is the average house price in Sevenoaks?
- The average house price in Sevenoaks is £394,160, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £613,600, while flats and apartments average £244,400. Prices have risen by +4.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Sevenoaks?
- The median annual salary in Sevenoaks 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 Sevenoaks?
- Average monthly rent in Sevenoaks is £1,202 per month. Rents have increased by +3.5% over the past year.
- Is Sevenoaks an affordable place to live?
- Sevenoaks can be a stretch for those on median earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 35% of the median monthly income, which exceeds the 30% affordability guideline. The average monthly rent is £1,202, while the median annual salary is £40,867 (approximately £3,406 per month before tax).
- How does Sevenoaks compare to London?
- The average house price in Sevenoaks is £394,160, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Sevenoaks costs around 72% of London prices, making it £156,840 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £1,202 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Sevenoaks?
- House prices in Sevenoaks are currently rising, with a +4.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £394,160 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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