South East
Town
Pop. 40,000Cost of Living in Ramsgate
Kent, England
Average House Price
£420.7k
+45%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£43,757
+12%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,296/mo
+8%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£2,052
Band D / yr
Energy
£142
/ mo
Water
£34.00
/ mo
Broadband
£38.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£79.99
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Ramsgate
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£420,690
Detached£654,900
Semi-detached£416,250
Terraced£349,650
Flat / Apartment£260,850
House prices in Ramsgate have increased by +1.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Ramsgate
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£43,757
Mean£49,608
Median hourly rate£21.04/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£29,892
Upper quartile (75th)£58,830
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
+12.1%£4,718 above national average
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Ramsgate
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Ramsgate each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £1,296 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £171 |
| Utilities | Energy | £142 |
| Utilities | Water | £34.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £38.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £207 |
| Food | Groceries | £285 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £168 |
| Estimated Total | £2,341 |
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 Ramsgate
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£79.99
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.59
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£207
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Ramsgate
- What is the average house price in Ramsgate?
- The average house price in Ramsgate is £420,690, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £654,900, while flats and apartments average £260,850. Prices have risen by +1.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Ramsgate?
- The median annual salary in Ramsgate is £43,757, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £4,718 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £29,892 (lower quartile) to £58,830 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Ramsgate?
- Average monthly rent in Ramsgate is £1,296 per month. Rents have increased by +2.5% over the past year.
- Is Ramsgate an affordable place to live?
- Ramsgate can be a stretch for those on median earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 36% of the median monthly income, which exceeds the 30% affordability guideline. The average monthly rent is £1,296, while the median annual salary is £43,757 (approximately £3,646 per month before tax).
- How does Ramsgate compare to London?
- The average house price in Ramsgate is £420,690, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Ramsgate costs around 76% of London prices, making it £130,310 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £1,296 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Ramsgate?
- House prices in Ramsgate are currently rising, with a +1.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £420,690 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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