Cost of Living in Doncaster
South Yorkshire, England
Average House Price
£220.5k
+24%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£37,087
+5%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£876/mo
+27%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£2,236
Band D / yr
Energy
£150
/ mo
Water
£36.00
/ mo
Broadband
£33.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£63.59
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Doncaster
Average price (all types)
£220,480
House prices in Doncaster have increased by +1.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Doncaster
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Doncaster
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £876 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £186 |
| Utilities | Energy | £150 |
| Utilities | Water | £36.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £33.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £164 |
| Food | Groceries | £256 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £134 |
| Estimated Total | £1,835 |
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 Doncaster
£63.59
£1.26
£164
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Doncaster
- What is the average house price in Doncaster?
- The average house price in Doncaster is £220,480, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £371,000, while flats and apartments average £132,500. Prices have risen by +1.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Doncaster?
- The median annual salary in Doncaster is £37,087, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £1,952 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £25,250 (lower quartile) to £48,985 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Doncaster?
- Average monthly rent in Doncaster is £876 per month. Rents have increased by +7.8% over the past year.
- Is Doncaster an affordable place to live?
- Doncaster is reasonably affordable, with rent taking up around 28% of the median monthly income. This is close to, but within, the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £876, while the median annual salary is £37,087 (approximately £3,091 per month before tax).
- How does Doncaster compare to London?
- The average house price in Doncaster is £220,480, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Doncaster costs around 40% of London prices, making it £330,520 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £876 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Doncaster?
- House prices in Doncaster are currently rising, with a +1.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £220,480 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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