Cost of Living in Newquay
South West
Town
Cornwall, EnglandPopulation: 22,000
Average House Price
£316.1k
+9% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£33,993
-13% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£1,188/mo
-1% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£2,350Band D / yr
Energy£148/ mo
Water£35.00/ mo
Broadband£32.00/ mo
Bus Pass£69.77/ mo
House Prices in Newquay
0.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£316,050
Detached£477,750
Semi-detached£304,500
Terraced£262,500
Flat / Apartment£204,750
House prices in Newquay have increased by 0.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Newquay
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£33,993
Mean£38,250
Median hourly rate£16.34/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£23,220
Upper quartile (75th)£45,000
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
-12.9%
£5,046 below national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Newquay
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Newquay each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £1,188 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £196 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £148 |
| Utilities | Water | £35.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £32.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £180 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £275 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £147 |
| Estimated Total | £2,202 |
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 Newquay
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£69.77
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.39
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£180
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Or choose any two locations to compareFrequently Asked Questions About Living in Newquay
- What is the average house price in Newquay?
- The average house price in Newquay is £316,050, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £477,750, while flats and apartments average £204,750. Prices have risen by 0.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Newquay?
- The median annual salary in Newquay is £33,993, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £5,046 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £23,220 (lower quartile) to £45,000 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Newquay?
- Average monthly rent in Newquay is £1,188 per month. Rents have increased by +3.2% over the past year.
- Is Newquay an affordable place to live?
- Newquay is expensive relative to local earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 42% of the median monthly income, significantly above the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £1,188, while the median annual salary is £33,993 (approximately £2,833 per month before tax).
- How does Newquay compare to London?
- The average house price in Newquay is £316,050, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Newquay costs around 57% of London prices, making it £234,950 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £1,188 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Newquay?
- House prices in Newquay are currently rising, with a 0.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £316,050 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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