Cost of Living in Torquay
South West
Town
Devon, EnglandPopulation: 66,000
Average House Price
£258.9k
-11% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£34,371
-12% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,111/mo
-7% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£2,373Band D / yr
Energy£149/ mo
Water£36.00/ mo
Broadband£33.00/ mo
Bus Pass£70.50/ mo
House Prices in Torquay
+1.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£258,860
Detached£391,300
Semi-detached£249,400
Terraced£215,000
Flat / Apartment£167,700
House prices in Torquay have increased by +1.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Torquay
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£34,371
Mean£38,675
Median hourly rate£16.52/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£23,478
Upper quartile (75th)£45,500
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
-12.0%
£4,668 below national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Torquay
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Torquay each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £1,111 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £198 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £149 |
| Utilities | Water | £36.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £33.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £182 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £278 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £148 |
| Estimated Total | £2,135 |
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 Torquay
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£70.50
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.40
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£182
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Or choose any two locations to compareFrequently Asked Questions About Living in Torquay
- What is the average house price in Torquay?
- The average house price in Torquay is £258,860, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £391,300, while flats and apartments average £167,700. Prices have risen by +1.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Torquay?
- The median annual salary in Torquay is £34,371, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £4,668 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £23,478 (lower quartile) to £45,500 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Torquay?
- Average monthly rent in Torquay is £1,111 per month. Rents have increased by +4.2% over the past year.
- Is Torquay an affordable place to live?
- Torquay can be a stretch for those on median earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 39% of the median monthly income, which exceeds the 30% affordability guideline. The average monthly rent is £1,111, while the median annual salary is £34,371 (approximately £2,864 per month before tax).
- How does Torquay compare to London?
- The average house price in Torquay is £258,860, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Torquay costs around 47% of London prices, making it £292,140 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £1,111 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Torquay?
- House prices in Torquay are currently rising, with a +1.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £258,860 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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