Cost of Living in Craigavon
County Armagh, Northern Ireland
Average House Price
£194.0k
+33%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£34,291
+12%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£945/mo
+21%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£1,210
Band D / yr
Energy
£137
/ mo
Water
£35.00
/ mo
Broadband
£36.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£64.86
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Craigavon
Average price (all types)
£194,040
House prices in Craigavon have increased by +4.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Craigavon
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Craigavon
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £945 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £101 |
| Utilities | Energy | £137 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £36.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £168 |
| Food | Groceries | £246 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £136 |
| Estimated Total | £1,803 |
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 Craigavon
£64.86
£1.29
£168
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Craigavon
- What is the average house price in Craigavon?
- The average house price in Craigavon is £194,040, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £282,150, while flats and apartments average £116,820. Prices have risen by +4.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Craigavon?
- The median annual salary in Craigavon is £34,291, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £4,748 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £23,312 (lower quartile) to £45,120 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Craigavon?
- Average monthly rent in Craigavon is £945 per month. Rents have increased by +3.6% over the past year.
- Is Craigavon an affordable place to live?
- Craigavon can be a stretch for those on median earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 33% of the median monthly income, which exceeds the 30% affordability guideline. The average monthly rent is £945, while the median annual salary is £34,291 (approximately £2,858 per month before tax).
- How does Craigavon compare to London?
- The average house price in Craigavon is £194,040, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Craigavon costs around 35% of London prices, making it £356,960 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £945 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Craigavon?
- House prices in Craigavon are currently rising, with a +4.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £194,040 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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