Cost of Living in Worthing
South East
Town
West Sussex, EnglandPopulation: 110,000
Average House Price
£344.9k
+19% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£43,757
+12% 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£38.00/ mo
Bus Pass£79.99/ mo
House Prices in Worthing
+1.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£344,890
Detached£536,900
Semi-detached£341,250
Terraced£286,650
Flat / Apartment£213,850
House prices in Worthing have increased by +1.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Worthing
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£43,757
Mean£49,608
Median hourly rate£21.04/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£29,892
Upper quartile (75th)£58,830
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
+12.1%
£4,718 above national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Worthing
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Worthing 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 | £38.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £207 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £297 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £168 |
| Estimated Total | £2,418 |
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 Worthing
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£79.99
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.59
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£207
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Or choose any two locations to compareFrequently Asked Questions About Living in Worthing
- What is the average house price in Worthing?
- The average house price in Worthing is £344,890, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £536,900, while flats and apartments average £213,850. Prices have risen by +1.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Worthing?
- The median annual salary in Worthing is £43,757, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £4,718 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £29,892 (lower quartile) to £58,830 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Worthing?
- Average monthly rent in Worthing is £1,350 per month. Rents have increased by +2.5% over the past year.
- Is Worthing an affordable place to live?
- Worthing 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 £1,350, while the median annual salary is £43,757 (approximately £3,646 per month before tax).
- How does Worthing compare to London?
- The average house price in Worthing is £344,890, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Worthing costs around 63% of London prices, making it £206,110 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 Worthing?
- House prices in Worthing are currently rising, with a +1.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £344,890 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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