United Kingdom vs United Kingdom · 7 km apart
United Kingdom
single / month
Cheaper overallUnited Kingdom
single / month
| Expense | Balham | London | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $9.18 | $13.26 | Balham |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $36.72 | $53.04 | Balham |
| Cappuccino | $2.75 | $3.98 | Balham |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $208 | $301 | Balham |
| Monthly public transport pass | $33.66 | $48.62 | Balham |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $88.74 | $128 | Balham |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $25.70 | $37.13 | Balham |
| Fitness club membership | $25.70 | $37.13 | Balham |
| Cinema ticket | $6.73 | $9.72 | Balham |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $605 | $958 | Balham |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $421 | $666 | Balham |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $1,262 | $1,999 | Balham |
| Total single-person budget | $1,033 | $1,550 | Balham |
| Average net salary | $2,790 | $4,030 |
Balham is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Balham runs about $1,033 versus $1,550 in London — a difference of roughly 50%.
Salary-adjusted, London leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.
Full cost of living in Balham · Full cost of living in London