Cost of Living in Cramlington
North East
Town
Northumberland, EnglandPopulation: 30,000
Average House Price
£163.3k
-44% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£37,045
-5% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£782/mo
-35% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£2,247Band D / yr
Energy£153/ mo
Water£36.00/ mo
Broadband£36.00/ mo
Bus Pass£64.15/ mo
House Prices in Cramlington
+4.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£163,350
Detached£295,020
Semi-detached£170,280
Terraced£113,850
Flat / Apartment£103,950
House prices in Cramlington have increased by +4.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Cramlington
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£37,045
Mean£41,392
Median hourly rate£17.63/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£25,168
Upper quartile (75th)£48,672
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
-5.1%
£1,994 below national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Cramlington
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Cramlington each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £782 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £187 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £153 |
| Utilities | Water | £36.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £36.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £166 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £248 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £135 |
| Estimated Total | £1,743 |
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 Cramlington
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£64.15
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.27
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£166
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Or choose any two locations to compareFrequently Asked Questions About Living in Cramlington
- What is the average house price in Cramlington?
- The average house price in Cramlington is £163,350, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £295,020, while flats and apartments average £103,950. Prices have risen by +4.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Cramlington?
- The median annual salary in Cramlington is £37,045, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £1,994 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £25,168 (lower quartile) to £48,672 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Cramlington?
- Average monthly rent in Cramlington is £782 per month. Rents have increased by +8.0% over the past year.
- Is Cramlington an affordable place to live?
- Cramlington is reasonably affordable, with rent taking up around 25% of the median monthly income. This is close to, but within, the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £782, while the median annual salary is £37,045 (approximately £3,087 per month before tax).
- How does Cramlington compare to London?
- The average house price in Cramlington is £163,350, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Cramlington costs around 30% of London prices, making it £387,650 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £782 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Cramlington?
- House prices in Cramlington are currently rising, with a +4.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £163,350 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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