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Pop. 185,000Cost of Living in Hammersmith and Fulham
Average House Price
£562.0k
+94%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£48,064
+23%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£2,230/mo
+86%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£1,883
Band D / yr
Energy
£148
/ mo
Water
£34.00
/ mo
Broadband
£39.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£91.80
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Hammersmith and Fulham
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£562,020
Detached£1,040,400
Semi-detached£663,000
Terraced£576,300
Flat / Apartment£448,800
House prices in Hammersmith and Fulham have increased by +2.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Hammersmith and Fulham
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£48,064
Mean£55,484
Median hourly rate£23.62/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£32,786
Upper quartile (75th)£66,445
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
+23.1%£9,025 above national average
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Hammersmith and Fulham
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Hammersmith and Fulham each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £2,230 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £157 |
| Utilities | Energy | £148 |
| Utilities | Water | £34.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £39.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £237 |
| Food | Groceries | £334 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £193 |
| Estimated Total | £3,372 |
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 Hammersmith and Fulham
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£91.80
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.82
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£237
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Hammersmith and Fulham
- What is the average house price in Hammersmith and Fulham?
- The average house price in Hammersmith and Fulham is £562,020, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £1,040,400, while flats and apartments average £448,800. Prices have risen by +2.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Hammersmith and Fulham?
- The median annual salary in Hammersmith and Fulham is £48,064, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £9,025 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £32,786 (lower quartile) to £66,445 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Hammersmith and Fulham?
- Average monthly rent in Hammersmith and Fulham is £2,230 per month. Rents have increased by +2.1% over the past year.
- Is Hammersmith and Fulham an affordable place to live?
- Hammersmith and Fulham is expensive relative to local earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 56% of the median monthly income, significantly above the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £2,230, while the median annual salary is £48,064 (approximately £4,005 per month before tax).
- How does Hammersmith and Fulham compare to London?
- The average house price in Hammersmith and Fulham is £562,020, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Hammersmith and Fulham is £11,020 more expensive than the London average. Rent is also more affordable, at £2,230 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Hammersmith and Fulham?
- House prices in Hammersmith and Fulham are currently rising, with a +2.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £562,020 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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