Cost of Living in Wellingborough
Northamptonshire, England
Average House Price
£251.3k
+13%vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£35,672
+9%vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£766/mo
+36%vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax
£2,160
Band D / yr
Energy
£146
/ mo
Water
£35.00
/ mo
Broadband
£40.00
/ mo
Bus Pass
£68.97
/ mo
Housing
House Prices in Wellingborough
Average price (all types)
£251,320
House prices in Wellingborough have increased by +3.0% over the past year.
Salaries
Salaries in Wellingborough
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
Monthly costs
Monthly Cost of Living in Wellingborough
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent | £766 |
| Housing | Council Tax | £180 |
| Utilities | Energy | £146 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £40.00 |
| Transport | Transport | £178 |
| Food | Groceries | £241 |
| Leisure | Leisure | £145 |
| Estimated Total | £1,731 |
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 Wellingborough
£68.97
£1.37
£178
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Wellingborough
- What is the average house price in Wellingborough?
- The average house price in Wellingborough is £251,320, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £391,400, while flats and apartments average £139,050. Prices have risen by +3.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Wellingborough?
- The median annual salary in Wellingborough is £35,672, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £3,367 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £24,304 (lower quartile) to £47,040 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Wellingborough?
- Average monthly rent in Wellingborough is £766 per month. Rents have increased by +3.5% over the past year.
- Is Wellingborough an affordable place to live?
- Wellingborough 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 £766, while the median annual salary is £35,672 (approximately £2,973 per month before tax).
- How does Wellingborough compare to London?
- The average house price in Wellingborough is £251,320, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Wellingborough costs around 46% of London prices, making it £299,680 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £766 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Wellingborough?
- House prices in Wellingborough are currently rising, with a +3.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £251,320 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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