Cost of Living in Skelmersdale
North West
Town
Lancashire, EnglandPopulation: 40,000
Average House Price
£197.5k
-32% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£36,413
-7% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£954/mo
-21% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£1,936Band D / yr
Energy£143/ mo
Water£34.00/ mo
Broadband£38.00/ mo
Bus Pass£69.08/ mo
House Prices in Skelmersdale
+1.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£197,470
Detached£345,800
Semi-detached£198,380
Terraced£141,050
Flat / Apartment£127,400
House prices in Skelmersdale have increased by +1.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Skelmersdale
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£36,413
Mean£40,992
Median hourly rate£17.38/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£24,864
Upper quartile (75th)£48,000
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
-6.7%
£2,626 below national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Skelmersdale
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Skelmersdale each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £954 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £161 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £143 |
| Utilities | Water | £34.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £38.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £178 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £251 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £145 |
| Estimated Total | £1,905 |
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 Skelmersdale
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£69.08
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.37
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£178
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Or choose any two locations to compareFrequently Asked Questions About Living in Skelmersdale
- What is the average house price in Skelmersdale?
- The average house price in Skelmersdale is £197,470, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £345,800, while flats and apartments average £127,400. Prices have risen by +1.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Skelmersdale?
- The median annual salary in Skelmersdale is £36,413, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £2,626 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £24,864 (lower quartile) to £48,000 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Skelmersdale?
- Average monthly rent in Skelmersdale is £954 per month. Rents have increased by +6.2% over the past year.
- Is Skelmersdale an affordable place to live?
- Skelmersdale can be a stretch for those on median earnings. Rent accounts for approximately 31% of the median monthly income, which exceeds the 30% affordability guideline. The average monthly rent is £954, while the median annual salary is £36,413 (approximately £3,034 per month before tax).
- How does Skelmersdale compare to London?
- The average house price in Skelmersdale is £197,470, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Skelmersdale costs around 36% of London prices, making it £353,530 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £954 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Skelmersdale?
- House prices in Skelmersdale are currently rising, with a +1.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £197,470 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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