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London vs Portsmouth

United Kingdom vs United Kingdom · 103 km apart

London

United Kingdom

£1,225 ($1,550)

single / month

VS

Portsmouth

United Kingdom

£977 ($1,237)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseLondonPortsmouthCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$13.26$10.81Portsmouth
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$53.04$43.25Portsmouth
Cappuccino$3.98$3.24Portsmouth
Monthly groceries (single person)$301$245Portsmouth
Monthly public transport pass$48.62$39.64Portsmouth
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$128$105Portsmouth
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$37.13$30.27Portsmouth
Fitness club membership$37.13$30.27Portsmouth
Cinema ticket$9.72$7.93Portsmouth
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$958$742Portsmouth
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$666$516Portsmouth
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,999$1,549Portsmouth
Total single-person budget$1,550$1,237Portsmouth
Average net salary$4,030$3,286

Verdict

Portsmouth is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in London runs about $1,550 versus $1,237 in Portsmouth — a difference of roughly 20%.

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 London  ·  Full cost of living in Portsmouth

Frequently Asked Questions

Is London cheaper than Portsmouth?
No. London costs an estimated $1,550 per month for a single person, about 20% more than Portsmouth at $1,237.
How far is London from Portsmouth?
The straight-line distance between London and Portsmouth is approximately 103 km (64 miles).
Which city has better salaries, London or Portsmouth?
The estimated average net salary is $4,030 in London and $3,286 in Portsmouth. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,480 in London versus $2,049 in Portsmouth per month.