Cost of Living in Bishop Auckland
County Durham, England
Average House Price
£174.9k
+40%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£35,976
+8%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£790/mo
+34%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£2,099
Band D / yr
Energy
£148
/ mo
Water
£35.00
/ mo
Broadband
£33.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£62.21
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Bishop Auckland
Average price (all types)
£174,900
House prices in Bishop Auckland have increased by +1.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Bishop Auckland
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Bishop Auckland
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £790 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £175 |
| Utilities | Energy | £148 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £33.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £161 |
| Food | Groceries | £250 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £131 |
| Estimated Total | £1,723 |
These figures are estimates based on averages and may vary depending on your lifestyle, property type, and household size. Council tax shown at Band D; your band may differ.
Transport
Transport Costs in Bishop Auckland
£62.21
£1.24
£161
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Bishop Auckland
- What is the average house price in Bishop Auckland?
- The average house price in Bishop Auckland is £174,900, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £315,880, while flats and apartments average £111,300. Prices have risen by +1.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Bishop Auckland?
- The median annual salary in Bishop Auckland is £35,976, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £3,063 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £24,442 (lower quartile) to £47,268 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Bishop Auckland?
- Average monthly rent in Bishop Auckland is £790 per month. Rents have increased by +9.0% over the past year.
- Is Bishop Auckland an affordable place to live?
- Bishop Auckland is reasonably affordable, with rent taking up around 26% of the median monthly income. This is close to, but within, the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £790, while the median annual salary is £35,976 (approximately £2,998 per month before tax).
- How does Bishop Auckland compare to London?
- The average house price in Bishop Auckland is £174,900, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Bishop Auckland costs around 32% of London prices, making it £376,100 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £790 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Bishop Auckland?
- House prices in Bishop Auckland are currently rising, with a +1.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £174,900 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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