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HK New Territories East — cost of living

What it actually costs to live in New Territories East, Hong Kong. Monthly rent, utilities, groceries, and transit costs sourced from national statistical offices and municipal data.

Total monthly essentials: approximately €19,600/month for a single person in a 1-bedroom flat (rent + utilities + groceries + transit). Lifestyle and neighbourhood swing this 30–50% either way.

Cost breakdown

Item	Monthly / item cost	Source
1-bedroom flat, city centre	€13,500/mo	Centaline Q4 2024 NT East 1BR ↗
Rent per square metre	€290.00/m²	Centaline Q4 2024 Sha Tin / Tai Po ↗
Utilities (85m² flat)	€1,400/mo	CLP + water 2025 ↗
Public transport pass	€600/mo	MTR commuter + Kowloon ↗
Groceries, one person	€4,100/mo	CSD 2025 consumer basket ↗
Restaurant meal, average	€140	NT East mid-range dining ↗

Figures reflect the most recent published statistical data; individual experience varies with district and lifestyle.

Visa routes for Hong Kong

Relevant residence permits to move to New Territories East. Full detail on the Hong Kong country brief.

VisaTop Talent Pass Scheme (TTPS) — Category AHigh earners with annual income ≥ HKD 2.5 million.VisaTop Talent Pass Scheme (TTPS) — Category BTop-100-university graduates with 3+ years of work experience.VisaTop Talent Pass Scheme (TTPS) — Category CRecent graduates of top-100 universities (within 5 years).VisaGeneral Employment Policy (GEP)Non-Mainland-Chinese workers sponsored by Hong Kong employers.

Other cities in Hong Kong

CityDiscovery Bay / Lantau CityHong Kong Island CityKowloon CityNew Territories West

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