Cost of Living in Kettering
Northamptonshire, England
Average House Price
£224.5k
+23%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£38,948
+0%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£879/mo
+27%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£2,095
Band D / yr
Energy
£144
/ mo
Water
£35.00
/ mo
Broadband
£39.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£68.30
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Kettering
Average price (all types)
£224,480
House prices in Kettering have increased by +2.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Kettering
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Kettering
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £879 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £175 |
| Utilities | Energy | £144 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £39.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £176 |
| Food | Groceries | £254 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £144 |
| Estimated Total | £1,846 |
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 Kettering
£68.30
£1.36
£176
Compare
Compare Kettering with Another Location
See how the cost of living in Kettering stacks up against other UK cities and towns.
Or choose any two locations to compareFAQ
Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Kettering
- What is the average house price in Kettering?
- The average house price in Kettering is £224,480, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £349,600, while flats and apartments average £124,200. Prices have risen by +2.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Kettering?
- The median annual salary in Kettering is £38,948, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £91.00 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £26,536 (lower quartile) to £51,360 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Kettering?
- Average monthly rent in Kettering is £879 per month. Rents have increased by +4.5% over the past year.
- Is Kettering an affordable place to live?
- Kettering is reasonably affordable, with rent taking up around 27% of the median monthly income. This is close to, but within, the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £879, while the median annual salary is £38,948 (approximately £3,246 per month before tax).
- How does Kettering compare to London?
- The average house price in Kettering is £224,480, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Kettering costs around 41% of London prices, making it £326,520 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £879 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Kettering?
- House prices in Kettering are currently rising, with a +2.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £224,480 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
Nearby
Nearby Locations
Explore the cost of living in other nearby areas.