Hmmm. I see what you're all saying about expensese. But nobody spends £6k on them!
I've always said this is a personal decision and many lifestyles are not suited to certain employers in this industry.
For instance, personally, I wouldn't want to be based in the London area, particularly around LGW because of the massive jump in property prices.
I'm based north of London and my reduced outgoings on property is greater than the alleged increase in take home pay offered by Easyjet.
Added to that, much debated 5/4 roster is indeed good for me, but for others it makes no difference.
Horses for courses.