Cost of Living in Northampton
Northamptonshire, England
Average House Price
£236.7k
+18%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£37,128
+5%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£870/mo
+28%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£2,074
Band D / yr
Energy
£143
/ mo
Water
£35.00
/ mo
Broadband
£34.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£64.95
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Northampton
Average price (all types)
£236,680
House prices in Northampton have increased by +2.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Northampton
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Northampton
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £870 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £173 |
| Utilities | Energy | £143 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £34.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £168 |
| Food | Groceries | £251 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £137 |
| Estimated Total | £1,811 |
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 Northampton
£64.95
£1.29
£168
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Northampton
- What is the average house price in Northampton?
- The average house price in Northampton is £236,680, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £368,600, while flats and apartments average £130,950. Prices have risen by +2.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Northampton?
- The median annual salary in Northampton is £37,128, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £1,911 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £25,296 (lower quartile) to £48,960 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Northampton?
- Average monthly rent in Northampton is £870 per month. Rents have increased by +3.5% over the past year.
- Is Northampton an affordable place to live?
- Northampton 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 £870, while the median annual salary is £37,128 (approximately £3,094 per month before tax).
- How does Northampton compare to London?
- The average house price in Northampton is £236,680, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Northampton costs around 43% of London prices, making it £314,320 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £870 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Northampton?
- House prices in Northampton are currently rising, with a +2.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £236,680 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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