Cost of Living in Barnsley
Yorkshire and the Humber
Town
South Yorkshire, EnglandPopulation: 246,000
Average House Price
£197.6k
-32% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£33,048
-15% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£884/mo
-26% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£2,090Band D / yr
Energy£145/ mo
Water£35.00/ mo
Broadband£32.00/ mo
Bus Pass£62.93/ mo
House Prices in Barnsley
0.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£197,600
Detached£332,500
Semi-detached£194,750
Terraced£140,600
Flat / Apartment£118,750
House prices in Barnsley have increased by 0.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Barnsley
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£33,048
Mean£37,080
Median hourly rate£15.80/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£22,500
Upper quartile (75th)£43,650
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
-15.3%
£5,991 below national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Barnsley
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Barnsley each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £884 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £174 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £145 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £32.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £163 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £238 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £132 |
| Estimated Total | £1,803 |
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 Costs in Barnsley
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£62.93
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.25
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£163
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Or choose any two locations to compareFrequently Asked Questions About Living in Barnsley
- What is the average house price in Barnsley?
- The average house price in Barnsley is £197,600, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £332,500, while flats and apartments average £118,750. Prices have risen by 0.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Barnsley?
- The median annual salary in Barnsley is £33,048, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £5,991 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £22,500 (lower quartile) to £43,650 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Barnsley?
- Average monthly rent in Barnsley is £884 per month. Rents have increased by +4.8% over the past year.
- Is Barnsley an affordable place to live?
- Barnsley can be a stretch for those on median earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 32% of the median monthly income, which exceeds the 30% affordability guideline. The average monthly rent is £884, while the median annual salary is £33,048 (approximately £2,754 per month before tax).
- How does Barnsley compare to London?
- The average house price in Barnsley is £197,600, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Barnsley costs around 36% of London prices, making it £353,400 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £884 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Barnsley?
- House prices in Barnsley are currently rising, with a 0.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £197,600 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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