Cost of Living in Craigavon
Northern Ireland
Town
County Armagh, Northern IrelandPopulation: 29,000
Average House Price
£194.0k
-33% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£34,291
-12% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£945/mo
-21% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£1,210Band D / yr
Energy£137/ mo
Water£35.00/ mo
Broadband£36.00/ mo
Bus Pass£64.86/ mo
House Prices in Craigavon
+4.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£194,040
Detached£282,150
Semi-detached£180,180
Terraced£138,600
Flat / Apartment£116,820
House prices in Craigavon have increased by +4.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Craigavon
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£34,291
Mean£38,352
Median hourly rate£16.36/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£23,312
Upper quartile (75th)£45,120
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
-12.2%
£4,748 below national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Craigavon
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Craigavon each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £945 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £101 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £137 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £36.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £168 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £246 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £136 |
| 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 Craigavon
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£64.86
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.29
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£168
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Or choose any two locations to compareFrequently Asked Questions About Living in Craigavon
- What is the average house price in Craigavon?
- The average house price in Craigavon is £194,040, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £282,150, while flats and apartments average £116,820. Prices have risen by +4.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Craigavon?
- The median annual salary in Craigavon is £34,291, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £4,748 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £23,312 (lower quartile) to £45,120 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Craigavon?
- Average monthly rent in Craigavon is £945 per month. Rents have increased by +3.6% over the past year.
- Is Craigavon an affordable place to live?
- Craigavon can be a stretch for those on median earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 33% of the median monthly income, which exceeds the 30% affordability guideline. The average monthly rent is £945, while the median annual salary is £34,291 (approximately £2,858 per month before tax).
- How does Craigavon compare to London?
- The average house price in Craigavon is £194,040, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Craigavon costs around 35% of London prices, making it £356,960 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £945 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Craigavon?
- House prices in Craigavon are currently rising, with a +4.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £194,040 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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