North East
Town
Pop. 30,000

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

+4.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01

Average price (all types)

£163,350

Detached£295,020
Semi-detached£170,280
Terraced£113,850
Flat / Apartment£103,950

House prices in Cramlington have increased by +4.0% over the past year.

Salaries

Salaries in Cramlington

Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£37,045
Mean£41,392
Median hourly rate£17.63/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£25,168
Upper quartile (75th)£48,672

vs UK National Median (£39,039)

+5.1%£1,994 below national average

Monthly costs

Monthly Cost of Living in Cramlington

Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Cramlington each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
CategoryItemMonthly Cost
HousingRent£782
HousingCouncil Tax£187
UtilitiesEnergy£153
UtilitiesWater£36.00
UtilitiesBroadband£36.00
TransportTransport£166
FoodGroceries£248
LeisureLeisure£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

Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass

£64.15

Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre

£1.27

Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost

£166

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FAQ

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.