Cost of Living in Winchester
South East
City
Hampshire, EnglandPopulation: 48,000
Average House Price
£413.1k
+42% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£42,931
+10% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,431/mo
+19% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£2,096Band D / yr
Energy£144/ mo
Water£34.00/ mo
Broadband£36.00/ mo
Bus Pass£78.41/ mo
House Prices in Winchester
+4.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£413,110
Detached£643,100
Semi-detached£408,750
Terraced£343,350
Flat / Apartment£256,150
House prices in Winchester have increased by +4.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Winchester
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£42,931
Mean£48,672
Median hourly rate£20.64/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£29,328
Upper quartile (75th)£57,720
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
+10.0%
£3,892 above national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Winchester
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Winchester each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £1,431 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £175 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £144 |
| Utilities | Water | £34.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £36.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £203 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £291 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £165 |
| Estimated Total | £2,479 |
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 Winchester
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£78.41
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.56
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£203
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Or choose any two locations to compareFrequently Asked Questions About Living in Winchester
- What is the average house price in Winchester?
- The average house price in Winchester is £413,110, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £643,100, while flats and apartments average £256,150. Prices have risen by +4.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Winchester?
- The median annual salary in Winchester is £42,931, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £3,892 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £29,328 (lower quartile) to £57,720 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Winchester?
- Average monthly rent in Winchester is £1,431 per month. Rents have increased by +4.5% over the past year.
- Is Winchester an affordable place to live?
- Winchester can be a stretch for those on median earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 40% of the median monthly income, which exceeds the 30% affordability guideline. The average monthly rent is £1,431, while the median annual salary is £42,931 (approximately £3,578 per month before tax).
- How does Winchester compare to London?
- The average house price in Winchester is £413,110, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Winchester costs around 75% of London prices, making it £137,890 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £1,431 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Winchester?
- House prices in Winchester are currently rising, with a +4.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £413,110 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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