Affordability in Richmond upon Thames
Based on ONS house-price to workplace-earnings ratios, 2025. The England & Wales median is 7.6×.
Renting in Richmond upon Thames
| Property size | Average rent (pcm) | Change on a year |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bed | £1,732 | +4.7% |
| 2 bed | £2,222 | +4.6% |
| 3 bed | £2,684 | +4.7% |
| 4+ bed | £3,907 | +3.7% |
| All sizes | £2,333 | +4.4% |
Who lives in Richmond upon Thames
Census 2021 figures, averaged across the area's neighbourhoods.
Frequently asked
What is the average house price in Richmond upon Thames?
The median house price in Richmond upon Thames is £720,000 (ONS, 2025), about 17.6× the typical full-time salary.
How much is rent in Richmond upon Thames?
The average private rent for a two-bedroom home in Richmond upon Thames is £2,222 per month (ONS Price Index of Private Rents, August 2026). It averages existing tenancies as well as new lets, so newly advertised rents are usually higher.
Where does this Richmond upon Thames data come from?
House prices and affordability ratios come from ONS. Rents are average private rents from the ONS Price Index of Private Rents, for the latest published month. Demographics are Census 2021 figures aggregated to local-authority level. England & Wales only.