Northern Ireland
City
Pop. 75,000Cost of Living in Lisburn
Average House Price
£184.2k
+36%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£36,115
+7%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£954/mo
+21%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£1,222
Band D / yr
Energy
£138
/ mo
Water
£35.00
/ mo
Broadband
£41.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£68.14
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Lisburn
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£184,240
Detached£267,900
Semi-detached£171,080
Terraced£131,600
Flat / Apartment£110,920
House prices in Lisburn have increased by +4.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Lisburn
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£36,115
Mean£40,392
Median hourly rate£17.23/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£24,552
Upper quartile (75th)£47,520
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
+7.5%£2,924 below national average
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Lisburn
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Lisburn each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £954 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £102 |
| Utilities | Energy | £138 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £41.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £176 |
| Food | Groceries | £248 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £143 |
| Estimated Total | £1,837 |
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 Lisburn
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£68.14
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.35
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£176
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Lisburn
- What is the average house price in Lisburn?
- The average house price in Lisburn is £184,240, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £267,900, while flats and apartments average £110,920. Prices have risen by +4.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Lisburn?
- The median annual salary in Lisburn is £36,115, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £2,924 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £24,552 (lower quartile) to £47,520 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Lisburn?
- Average monthly rent in Lisburn is £954 per month. Rents have increased by +4.6% over the past year.
- Is Lisburn an affordable place to live?
- Lisburn can be a stretch for those on median earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 32% of the median monthly income, which exceeds the 30% affordability guideline. The average monthly rent is £954, while the median annual salary is £36,115 (approximately £3,010 per month before tax).
- How does Lisburn compare to London?
- The average house price in Lisburn is £184,240, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Lisburn costs around 33% of London prices, making it £366,760 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £954 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Lisburn?
- House prices in Lisburn are currently rising, with a +4.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £184,240 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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