South East
Town
Pop. 74,000Cost of Living in Gravesend
Kent, England
Average House Price
£363.8k
+25%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£41,693
+7%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,337/mo
+11%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£2,119
Band D / yr
Energy
£144
/ mo
Water
£34.00
/ mo
Broadband
£33.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£76.03
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Gravesend
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£363,840
Detached£566,400
Semi-detached£360,000
Terraced£302,400
Flat / Apartment£225,600
House prices in Gravesend have increased by +1.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Gravesend
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£41,693
Mean£47,268
Median hourly rate£20.05/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£28,482
Upper quartile (75th)£56,055
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
+6.8%£2,654 above national average
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Gravesend
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Gravesend each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £1,337 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £177 |
| Utilities | Energy | £144 |
| Utilities | Water | £34.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £33.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £196 |
| Food | Groceries | £294 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £160 |
| Estimated Total | £2,375 |
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 Gravesend
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£76.03
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.51
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£196
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Gravesend
- What is the average house price in Gravesend?
- The average house price in Gravesend is £363,840, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £566,400, while flats and apartments average £225,600. Prices have risen by +1.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Gravesend?
- The median annual salary in Gravesend is £41,693, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £2,654 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £28,482 (lower quartile) to £56,055 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Gravesend?
- Average monthly rent in Gravesend is £1,337 per month. Rents have increased by +5.5% over the past year.
- Is Gravesend an affordable place to live?
- Gravesend 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 £1,337, while the median annual salary is £41,693 (approximately £3,474 per month before tax).
- How does Gravesend compare to London?
- The average house price in Gravesend is £363,840, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Gravesend costs around 66% of London prices, making it £187,160 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £1,337 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Gravesend?
- House prices in Gravesend are currently rising, with a +1.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £363,840 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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