South East
Town
Pop. 56,000Cost of Living in Horsham
West Sussex, England
Average House Price
£367.6k
+27%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£42,106
+8%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,350/mo
+13%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£2,319
Band D / yr
Energy
£151
/ mo
Water
£35.00
/ mo
Broadband
£34.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£76.82
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Horsham
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£367,630
Detached£572,300
Semi-detached£363,750
Terraced£305,550
Flat / Apartment£227,950
House prices in Horsham have increased by +2.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Horsham
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£42,106
Mean£47,736
Median hourly rate£20.25/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£28,764
Upper quartile (75th)£56,610
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
+7.9%£3,067 above national average
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Horsham
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Horsham each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £1,350 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £193 |
| Utilities | Energy | £151 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £34.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £198 |
| Food | Groceries | £297 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £162 |
| Estimated Total | £2,420 |
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 Horsham
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£76.82
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.53
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£198
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Horsham
- What is the average house price in Horsham?
- The average house price in Horsham 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 Horsham?
- The median annual salary in Horsham is £42,106, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £3,067 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £28,764 (lower quartile) to £56,610 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Horsham?
- Average monthly rent in Horsham is £1,350 per month. Rents have increased by +2.5% over the past year.
- Is Horsham an affordable place to live?
- Horsham 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 £1,350, while the median annual salary is £42,106 (approximately £3,509 per month before tax).
- How does Horsham compare to London?
- The average house price in Horsham is £367,630, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Horsham costs around 67% of London prices, making it £183,370 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 Horsham?
- House prices in Horsham 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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