Cost of Living in Cramlington
Northumberland, England
Average House Price
£163.3k
+44%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£37,045
+5%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£782/mo
+35%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£2,247
Band D / yr
Energy
£153
/ mo
Water
£36.00
/ mo
Broadband
£36.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£64.15
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Cramlington
Average price (all types)
£163,350
House prices in Cramlington have increased by +4.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Cramlington
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Cramlington
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £782 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £187 |
| Utilities | Energy | £153 |
| Utilities | Water | £36.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £36.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £166 |
| Food | Groceries | £248 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £135 |
| Estimated Total | £1,743 |
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 Cramlington
£64.15
£1.27
£166
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Cramlington
- What is the average house price in Cramlington?
- The average house price in Cramlington is £163,350, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £295,020, while flats and apartments average £103,950. Prices have risen by +4.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Cramlington?
- The median annual salary in Cramlington is £37,045, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £1,994 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £25,168 (lower quartile) to £48,672 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Cramlington?
- Average monthly rent in Cramlington is £782 per month. Rents have increased by +8.0% over the past year.
- Is Cramlington an affordable place to live?
- Cramlington is reasonably affordable, with rent taking up around 25% of the median monthly income. This is close to, but within, the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £782, while the median annual salary is £37,045 (approximately £3,087 per month before tax).
- How does Cramlington compare to London?
- The average house price in Cramlington is £163,350, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Cramlington costs around 30% of London prices, making it £387,650 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £782 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Cramlington?
- House prices in Cramlington are currently rising, with a +4.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £163,350 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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