Cost of Living in Newcastle


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£2,124

Average cost per month

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Distribution of Expenses

Property
60%
Groceries
13%
Eating Out
10%
Transportation
6%
Utilities
9%
Leisure
2%
Property
60%
Groceries
13%
Eating Out
10%
Transportation
6%
Utilities
9%
Leisure
2%

Cost of living breakdown for Newcastle

You can expect to spend around £2,124 per month for 1 person as of 2026, on common living costs such as housing, food, and transport.

Housing

£1,188Average rent per month
£10,168Price per m² (city centre)
£4,421Price per m² (outside centre)
Housing

Standard of Living

Cost of living index56
Quality of life index80
Safety index58
Standard of Living

Food & Drink

Newcastle average costs for food and drink.

£258Monthly groceries/person
£193Dining out average cost/person
£3Regular coffee
Food & Drink

Salary & Services

Newcastle average salaries and services.

£2,327Average Monthly Net Salary
£115Transport
Healthcare81
Salary & Services

Average living costs in Australia

ItemAverage pricePrice range
1 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month£1,188.34£954.92 - £1,424.94
1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month£904.07£636.61 - £1,061.02
3 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month£1,900.94£1,856.78 - £2,015.94
3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month£1,398.42£1,061.02 - £1,591.52

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Frequently asked questions

The cost of living in Newcastle depends on your lifestyle. On average, a single person needs £936 per month without rent, while a family of four requires £3,291. Renting a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre costs an additional £1,188 on average.

Public transport prices vary, but generally, a one-way ticket for local transport in Newcastle costs £2. If you are commuting regularly, a monthly pass is typically priced at £115.

The average monthly net salary (after tax) in Newcastle is currently £2,327.

Dining costs depend on your choices. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant in Newcastle costs approximately £16, while a three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs around £80.

The estimated monthly cost of living in Newcastle for a single person is £936, excluding rent.

For a family of four living in Newcastle, the estimated monthly costs are £3,291, not including rent.

Rent prices in Newcastle depend on the area. The average monthly rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre is £1,188, compared to £904 outside the centre. For a 3-bedroom apartment, the average is £1,901 in the centre and £1,398 in suburban areas.

Basic utilities in Newcastle (including electricity, heating, cooling, water, and garbage for an 85m² apartment) cost an average of £168 per month. Internet access typically adds another £44.