Cost of Living in Warrington
North West
Town
Cheshire, EnglandPopulation: 210,000
Average House Price
£204.0k
-30% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£41,344
+6% 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£41.00/ mo
Bus Pass£71.14/ mo
House Prices in Warrington
+4.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£203,980
Detached£357,200
Semi-detached£204,920
Terraced£145,700
Flat / Apartment£131,600
House prices in Warrington have increased by +4.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Warrington
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£41,344
Mean£46,543
Median hourly rate£19.73/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£28,231
Upper quartile (75th)£54,500
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
+5.9%
£2,305 above national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Warrington
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Warrington 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 | £41.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £184 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £254 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £150 |
| Estimated Total | £1,809 |
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 Warrington
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£71.14
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.41
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£184
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Or choose any two locations to compareFrequently Asked Questions About Living in Warrington
- What is the average house price in Warrington?
- The average house price in Warrington is £203,980, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £357,200, while flats and apartments average £131,600. Prices have risen by +4.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Warrington?
- The median annual salary in Warrington is £41,344, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £2,305 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £28,231 (lower quartile) to £54,500 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Warrington?
- Average monthly rent in Warrington is £819 per month. Rents have increased by +7.2% over the past year.
- Is Warrington an affordable place to live?
- Warrington is generally considered affordable. Rent accounts for approximately 24% 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 £41,344 (approximately £3,445 per month before tax).
- How does Warrington compare to London?
- The average house price in Warrington is £203,980, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Warrington costs around 37% of London prices, making it £347,020 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 Warrington?
- House prices in Warrington are currently rising, with a +4.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £203,980 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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