Cost of Living in King's Lynn
Norfolk, England
Average House Price
£341.4k
+18%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£38,093
+2%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,254/mo
+5%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£2,059
Band D / yr
Energy
£145
/ mo
Water
£34.00
/ mo
Broadband
£38.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£76.36
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in King's Lynn
Average price (all types)
£341,380
House prices in King's Lynn have increased by +1.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in King's Lynn
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in King's Lynn
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £1,254 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £172 |
| Utilities | Energy | £145 |
| Utilities | Water | £34.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £38.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £197 |
| Food | Groceries | £278 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £161 |
| Estimated Total | £2,279 |
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 King's Lynn
£76.36
£1.52
£197
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in King's Lynn
- What is the average house price in King's Lynn?
- The average house price in King's Lynn is £341,380, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £510,050, while flats and apartments average £202,000. Prices have risen by +1.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in King's Lynn?
- The median annual salary in King's Lynn is £38,093, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £946 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £26,112 (lower quartile) to £51,360 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in King's Lynn?
- Average monthly rent in King's Lynn is £1,254 per month. Rents have increased by +4.8% over the past year.
- Is King's Lynn an affordable place to live?
- King's Lynn can be a stretch for those on median earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 40% of the median monthly income, which exceeds the 30% affordability guideline. The average monthly rent is £1,254, while the median annual salary is £38,093 (approximately £3,174 per month before tax).
- How does King's Lynn compare to London?
- The average house price in King's Lynn is £341,380, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in King's Lynn costs around 62% of London prices, making it £209,620 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £1,254 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in King's Lynn?
- House prices in King's Lynn are currently rising, with a +1.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £341,380 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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