Cost of Living in Skegness
Lincolnshire, England
Average House Price
£214.7k
+26%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£37,492
+4%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£844/mo
+30%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£2,009
Band D / yr
Energy
£141
/ mo
Water
£34.00
/ mo
Broadband
£35.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£65.62
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Skegness
Average price (all types)
£214,720
House prices in Skegness have increased by +3.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Skegness
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Skegness
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £844 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £167 |
| Utilities | Energy | £141 |
| Utilities | Water | £34.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £35.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £170 |
| Food | Groceries | £244 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £138 |
| Estimated Total | £1,772 |
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 Skegness
£65.62
£1.30
£170
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Skegness
- What is the average house price in Skegness?
- The average house price in Skegness is £214,720, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £334,400, while flats and apartments average £118,800. Prices have risen by +3.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Skegness?
- The median annual salary in Skegness is £37,492, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £1,547 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £25,544 (lower quartile) to £49,440 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Skegness?
- Average monthly rent in Skegness is £844 per month. Rents have increased by +4.5% over the past year.
- Is Skegness an affordable place to live?
- Skegness 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 £844, while the median annual salary is £37,492 (approximately £3,124 per month before tax).
- How does Skegness compare to London?
- The average house price in Skegness is £214,720, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Skegness costs around 39% of London prices, making it £336,280 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £844 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Skegness?
- House prices in Skegness are currently rising, with a +3.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £214,720 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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