Cost of Living in Southwark - Updated Prices & Insights

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $1,245 (excluding rent), and $2,499 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $3,082 (excluding rent), and $7,046 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$22.13 £16.53

$16.59 £12.39

$27.66 £20.66

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$87.2 £65.2

$46.97 £35.09

$134 £100

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$10.99 £8.21

$9.61 £7.18

$12.36 £9.23

Cappuccino

$5.15 £3.85

$3.38 £2.52

$6.74 £5.04

Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.76 £2.06

$1.34 £1.00

$4.03 £3.01

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.85 £1.38

$0.83 £0.62

$3.43 £2.57

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$6.62 £4.95

$2.65 £1.98

$9.28 £6.93

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$6.93 £5.18

$4.99 £3.73

$9.02 £6.74

Milk (1 liter)

$1.72 £1.29

$1.08 £0.81

$2.02 £1.51

White Bread (500g)

$2.22 £1.66

$1.10 £0.82

$2.75 £2.06

Rice (white) (1kg)

$2.23 £1.67

$0.62 £0.46

$3.87 £2.89

Eggs

$3.76 £2.81

$2.22 £1.66

$7.80 £5.83

Local Cheese (1kg)

$8.51 £6.36

$3.90 £2.91

$27.89 £20.83

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$8.32 £6.22

$4.38 £3.27

$14.24 £10.64

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$13.10 £9.79

$6.72 £5.02

$33.23 £24.82

Apples (1kg)

$3.36 £2.51

$1.35 £1.01

$4.05 £3.02

Banana (1kg)

$1.56 £1.17

$1.02 £0.76

$2.51 £1.88

Oranges (1kg)

$3.02 £2.26

$1.39 £1.04

$5.56 £4.15

Tomato (1kg)

$2.95 £2.20

$1.23 £0.92

$5.53 £4.13

Potato (1kg)

$1.70 £1.27

$0.60 £0.45

$2.69 £2.01

Onion (1kg)

$1.58 £1.18

$1.17 £0.88

$2.08 £1.56

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.24 £0.93

$0.57 £0.42

$1.59 £1.19

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.40 £1.04

$0.60 £0.45

$2.02 £1.51

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$21.02 £15.70

$17.24 £12.88

$24.72 £18.47

Wine (Bottle)

$11.89 £8.88

$7.93 £5.92

$14.53 £10.86

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$2.87 £2.14

$1.12 £0.83

$3.27 £2.44

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.49 £1.86

$1.65 £1.23

$6.86 £5.13

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$3.30 £2.46

$2.66 £1.99

$3.99 £2.98

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$164 £123

$115 £85.9

$191 £143

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$5.56 £4.15

$4.56 £3.41

$9.73 £7.27

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$2.17 £1.62

$1.28 £0.95

$2.17 £1.62

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$29.78 £22.25

$27.57 £20.59

$82.7 £61.8

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.93 £1.44

$1.83 £1.37

$2.21 £1.65

Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)

$38.1K £28.5K

$31.0K £23.1K

$38.1K £28.5K

Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)

$39.5K £29.5K

$34.2K £25.5K

$41.7K £31.1K

Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)

$334 £249

$206 £154

$412 £308

SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)

$18.70 £13.97

$8.01 £5.99

$26.71 £19.95

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$34.61 £25.86

$20.23 £15.11

$40.46 £30.22

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$46.65 £34.85

$27.65 £20.65

$62.2 £46.47

Cinema Ticket

$20.75 £15.50

$13.84 £10.34

$27.66 £20.66

Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)

$2,474 £1,848

$1,605 £1,199

$2,558 £1,911

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$22.4K £16.8K

$20.2K £15.1K

$47.0K £35.1K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$117 £87.2

$48.09 £35.92

$137 £103

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$40.34 £30.13

$13.45 £10.05

$53.8 £40.17

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$88.8 £66.4

$54.7 £40.84

$191 £143

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$99.7 £74.5

$67.3 £50.3

$337 £252

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$2,416 £1,805

$2,071 £1,547

$2,761 £2,063

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$990 £739

$738 £551

$1,040 £777

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$2,076 £1,551

$1,613 £1,205

$2,215 £1,654

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$3,940 £2,943

$3,124 £2,334

$4,755 £3,552

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$3,906 £2,918

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

5.45

5.9

CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Last update: January 12, 2026

Southwark Median Internet Speeds (Updated December 2025)

Mobile

351

Mbps

Fixed Broadband

307

Mbps

186

Mbps

The chart highlights the Precision Threshold for mobile and fixed broadband internet speeds, updated quarterly.

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Cost of Living in Southwark - Frequently Asked Questions

In general, Southwark offers a practical balance: you’ll find pockets of value near transport links while other riverside pockets command a premium. The Cost of Living in Southwark reflects a mix of older streets and newer developments, with options ranging from shared flats to compact studios. Expect costs to be higher than many outside-London towns, yet lower than central zones. Practical budgeting, like choosing areas a little inland from the river and using pay-as-you-go transport, makes it doable for longer stays. Seasonal tourism can shift prices for short-term stays. Tip: Plan a monthly budget with essentials and occasional treats, and compare neighborhoods by transit time.

Day-to-day life centers on smart housing search, easy transit, and varied food options. Look for studios or 1BR flats near transit hubs; verify lease terms and council tax rules. Food choices range from markets to cafes to ethnic grocers, letting you keep meals affordable without sacrificing variety. Transport is straightforward with buses, trains, and river links; a contactless card offers flexibility for daily commutes and weekend outings. Southwark living cost can shift with neighborhood choice and activity level, so map errands against travel time. Tip: test cheap transit passes and try a few coworking days before committing to a longer stay.

Quality of life hinges on balancing housing, food, and leisure while keeping an eye on seasonal shifts in demand. A simple budgeting framework helps separate essentials, flexible spending, and savings. In Southwark, you may notice livelier weekends in summer and quieter weekdays in winter, affecting café and coworking options. For value, mix longer-term rentals with occasional shorter stays to test neighborhoods before committing. Riverside-adjacent areas tend to buzz and can be pricier, while inland pockets offer calmer routines and quicker access to parks. Tip: plan around seasonal patterns, book well in advance for popular spots, and curate a list of affordable local treats.