Cost of Living in Salford
Greater Manchester, England
Average House Price
£191.0k
+34%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£39,068
+0%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£873/mo
+27%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£2,081
Band D / yr
Energy
£148
/ mo
Water
£35.00
/ mo
Broadband
£35.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£67.03
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Salford
Average price (all types)
£190,960
House prices in Salford have increased by +3.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Salford
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Salford
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £873 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £173 |
| Utilities | Energy | £148 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £35.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £173 |
| Food | Groceries | £249 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £141 |
| Estimated Total | £1,827 |
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 Salford
£67.03
£1.33
£173
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Salford
- What is the average house price in Salford?
- The average house price in Salford is £190,960, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £334,400, while flats and apartments average £123,200. Prices have risen by +3.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Salford?
- The median annual salary in Salford is £39,068, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £29.00 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £26,677 (lower quartile) to £51,500 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Salford?
- Average monthly rent in Salford is £873 per month. Rents have increased by +5.2% over the past year.
- Is Salford an affordable place to live?
- Salford is reasonably affordable, with rent taking up around 27% of the median monthly income. This is close to, but within, the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £873, while the median annual salary is £39,068 (approximately £3,256 per month before tax).
- How does Salford compare to London?
- The average house price in Salford is £190,960, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Salford costs around 35% of London prices, making it £360,040 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £873 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Salford?
- House prices in Salford are currently rising, with a +3.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £190,960 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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