Cost of Living in Abingdon
Oxfordshire, England
Average House Price
£367.6k
+27%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£37,978
+3%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,431/mo
+19%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£2,096
Band D / yr
Energy
£144
/ mo
Water
£34.00
/ mo
Broadband
£34.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£76.82
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Abingdon
Average price (all types)
£367,630
House prices in Abingdon have increased by +2.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Abingdon
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Abingdon
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £1,431 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £175 |
| Utilities | Energy | £144 |
| Utilities | Water | £34.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £34.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £198 |
| Food | Groceries | £291 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £162 |
| Estimated Total | £2,470 |
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
Transport Costs in Abingdon
£76.82
£1.53
£198
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Abingdon
- What is the average house price in Abingdon?
- The average house price in Abingdon 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 Abingdon?
- The median annual salary in Abingdon is £37,978, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £1,061 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £25,944 (lower quartile) to £51,060 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Abingdon?
- Average monthly rent in Abingdon is £1,431 per month. Rents have increased by +4.5% over the past year.
- Is Abingdon an affordable place to live?
- Abingdon is expensive relative to local earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 45% of the median monthly income, significantly above the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £1,431, while the median annual salary is £37,978 (approximately £3,165 per month before tax).
- How does Abingdon compare to London?
- The average house price in Abingdon is £367,630, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Abingdon costs around 67% of London prices, making it £183,370 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 Abingdon?
- House prices in Abingdon 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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