Cost of Living in Tonbridge
South East
Town
Kent, EnglandPopulation: 38,000
Average House Price
£367.6k
+27% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£42,106
+8% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,350/mo
+13% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£2,141Band D / yr
Energy£145/ mo
Water£35.00/ mo
Broadband£34.00/ mo
Bus Pass£76.82/ mo
House Prices in Tonbridge
+2.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£367,630
Detached£572,300
Semi-detached£363,750
Terraced£305,550
Flat / Apartment£227,950
House prices in Tonbridge have increased by +2.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Tonbridge
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£42,106
Mean£47,736
Median hourly rate£20.25/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£28,764
Upper quartile (75th)£56,610
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
+7.9%
£3,067 above national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Tonbridge
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Tonbridge each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £1,350 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £178 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £145 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £34.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £198 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £297 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £162 |
| Estimated Total | £2,399 |
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 Tonbridge
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£76.82
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.53
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£198
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Or choose any two locations to compareFrequently Asked Questions About Living in Tonbridge
- What is the average house price in Tonbridge?
- The average house price in Tonbridge is £367,630, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £572,300, while flats and apartments average £227,950. Prices have risen by +2.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Tonbridge?
- The median annual salary in Tonbridge is £42,106, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £3,067 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £28,764 (lower quartile) to £56,610 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Tonbridge?
- Average monthly rent in Tonbridge is £1,350 per month. Rents have increased by +2.5% over the past year.
- Is Tonbridge an affordable place to live?
- Tonbridge 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 £1,350, while the median annual salary is £42,106 (approximately £3,509 per month before tax).
- How does Tonbridge compare to London?
- The average house price in Tonbridge is £367,630, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Tonbridge costs around 67% of London prices, making it £183,370 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £1,350 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Tonbridge?
- House prices in Tonbridge are currently rising, with a +2.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £367,630 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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