Cost of Living in Congleton
North West
Town
Cheshire, EnglandPopulation: 27,000
Average House Price
£217k
-25% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£39,827
+2% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£819/mo
-32% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£2,122Band D / yr
Energy£149/ mo
Water£35.00/ mo
Broadband£37.00/ mo
Bus Pass£68.40/ mo
House Prices in Congleton
0.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£217,000
Detached£380,000
Semi-detached£218,000
Terraced£155,000
Flat / Apartment£140,000
House prices in Congleton have increased by 0.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Congleton
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£39,827
Mean£44,835
Median hourly rate£19.01/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£27,195
Upper quartile (75th)£52,500
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
+2.0%
£788 above national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Congleton
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Congleton each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £819 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £177 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £149 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £37.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £177 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £254 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £144 |
| Estimated Total | £1,792 |
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 Congleton
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£68.40
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.36
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£177
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Or choose any two locations to compareFrequently Asked Questions About Living in Congleton
- What is the average house price in Congleton?
- The average house price in Congleton is £217,000, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £380,000, while flats and apartments average £140,000. Prices have risen by 0.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Congleton?
- The median annual salary in Congleton is £39,827, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £788 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £27,195 (lower quartile) to £52,500 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Congleton?
- Average monthly rent in Congleton is £819 per month. Rents have increased by +7.2% over the past year.
- Is Congleton an affordable place to live?
- Congleton is generally considered affordable. Rent accounts for approximately 25% of the median monthly income, which is below the 30% threshold commonly used as a benchmark for housing affordability. The average monthly rent is £819, while the median annual salary is £39,827 (approximately £3,319 per month before tax).
- How does Congleton compare to London?
- The average house price in Congleton is £217,000, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Congleton costs around 39% of London prices, making it £334,000 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £819 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Congleton?
- House prices in Congleton are currently rising, with a 0.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £217,000 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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