Cost of Living in Scunthorpe
Lincolnshire, England
Average House Price
£191.4k
+34%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£39,290
+1%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£859/mo
+28%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£2,027
Band D / yr
Energy
£143
/ mo
Water
£35.00
/ mo
Broadband
£39.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£67.56
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Scunthorpe
Average price (all types)
£191,360
House prices in Scunthorpe have increased by +2.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Scunthorpe
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Scunthorpe
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £859 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £169 |
| Utilities | Energy | £143 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £39.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £175 |
| Food | Groceries | £251 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £142 |
| Estimated Total | £1,812 |
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 Scunthorpe
£67.56
£1.34
£175
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Scunthorpe
- What is the average house price in Scunthorpe?
- The average house price in Scunthorpe is £191,360, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £322,000, while flats and apartments average £115,000. Prices have risen by +2.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Scunthorpe?
- The median annual salary in Scunthorpe is £39,290, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £251 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £26,750 (lower quartile) to £51,895 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Scunthorpe?
- Average monthly rent in Scunthorpe is £859 per month. Rents have increased by +5.8% over the past year.
- Is Scunthorpe an affordable place to live?
- Scunthorpe is reasonably affordable, with rent taking up around 26% of the median monthly income. This is close to, but within, the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £859, while the median annual salary is £39,290 (approximately £3,274 per month before tax).
- How does Scunthorpe compare to London?
- The average house price in Scunthorpe is £191,360, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Scunthorpe costs around 35% of London prices, making it £359,640 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £859 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Scunthorpe?
- House prices in Scunthorpe are currently rising, with a +2.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £191,360 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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