Cost of Living in Workington
North West
Town
Cumbria, EnglandPopulation: 25,000
Average House Price
£223.5k
-23% vs UK avg (£290k)
Median Salary
£40,964
+5% vs UK avg (£39,039)
Average Rent
£846/mo
-30% vs UK avg (£1,200)
Quick Facts
Council Tax£2,184Band D / yr
Energy£151/ mo
Water£36.00/ mo
Broadband£40.00/ mo
Bus Pass£70.45/ mo
House Prices in Workington
+3.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01
Average price (all types)
£223,510
Detached£391,400
Semi-detached£224,540
Terraced£159,650
Flat / Apartment£144,200
House prices in Workington have increased by +3.0% over the past year.
Salaries in Workington
Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£40,964
Mean£46,116
Median hourly rate£19.55/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£27,972
Upper quartile (75th)£54,000
vs UK National Median (£39,039)
+4.9%
£1,925 above national averageMonthly Cost of Living in Workington
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Workington each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
| Category | Item | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | Rent(Average monthly rent) | £846 |
| Housing | Council Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months) | £182 |
| Utilities | Energy(Gas and electricity) | £151 |
| Utilities | Water | £36.00 |
| Utilities | Broadband | £40.00 |
| Transport | Transport(Monthly commute estimate) | £182 |
| Food | Groceries(Estimated monthly shop) | £262 |
| Leisure | Leisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment) | £148 |
| Estimated Total | £1,847 |
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 Workington
Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass
£70.45
Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre
£1.40
Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost
£182
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Or choose any two locations to compareFrequently Asked Questions About Living in Workington
- What is the average house price in Workington?
- The average house price in Workington is £223,510, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £391,400, while flats and apartments average £144,200. Prices have risen by +3.0% over the past year.
- What is the average salary in Workington?
- The median annual salary in Workington is £40,964, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £1,925 above the national average, making it a higher-earning area. Salaries typically range from £27,972 (lower quartile) to £54,000 (upper quartile).
- How much does it cost to rent in Workington?
- Average monthly rent in Workington is £846 per month. Rents have increased by +6.2% over the past year.
- Is Workington an affordable place to live?
- Workington is generally considered affordable. Rent accounts for approximately 25% of the median monthly income, which is below the 30% threshold commonly used as a benchmark for housing affordability. The average monthly rent is £846, while the median annual salary is £40,964 (approximately £3,414 per month before tax).
- How does Workington compare to London?
- The average house price in Workington is £223,510, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Workington costs around 41% of London prices, making it £327,490 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £846 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
- Are house prices rising or falling in Workington?
- House prices in Workington are currently rising, with a +3.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £223,510 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.
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