Cost of Living in Stoke-on-Trent
Staffordshire, England
Average House Price
£223.9k
+23%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£39,951
+2%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£920/mo
+23%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£2,174
Band D / yr
Energy
£147
/ mo
Water
£35.00
/ mo
Broadband
£38.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£69.08
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Stoke-on-Trent
Average price (all types)
£223,860
House prices in Stoke-on-Trent have increased by +1.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Stoke-on-Trent
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Stoke-on-Trent
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £920 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £181 |
| Utilities | Energy | £147 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £38.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £178 |
| Food | Groceries | £257 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £145 |
| Estimated Total | £1,901 |
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 Stoke-on-Trent
£69.08
£1.37
£178
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Stoke-on-Trent
- What is the average house price in Stoke-on-Trent?
- The average house price in Stoke-on-Trent is £223,860, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £368,550, while flats and apartments average £131,950. Prices have risen by +1.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Stoke-on-Trent?
- The median annual salary in Stoke-on-Trent is £39,951, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £912 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £27,136 (lower quartile) to £52,470 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Stoke-on-Trent?
- Average monthly rent in Stoke-on-Trent is £920 per month. Rents have increased by +3.8% over the past year.
- Is Stoke-on-Trent an affordable place to live?
- Stoke-on-Trent 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 £920, while the median annual salary is £39,951 (approximately £3,329 per month before tax).
- How does Stoke-on-Trent compare to London?
- The average house price in Stoke-on-Trent is £223,860, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Stoke-on-Trent costs around 41% of London prices, making it £327,140 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £920 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Stoke-on-Trent?
- House prices in Stoke-on-Trent are currently rising, with a +1.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £223,860 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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