Abbey, Rushcliffe: Living Costs
Cost of Living
Living costs in Abbey are roughly in line with the UK average, though council tax is higher at £170 a month compared to the national £147. That's something to factor into your budget or rental yield calculations.
Utilities and internet run to around £170 a month combined, which matches the UK average. Groceries are slightly cheaper at £220 versus £224 nationally. Transport is where Abbey works in your favour — you'll spend £90 a month against the UK average of £103, thanks to decent local connectivity.
Your total monthly costs come to roughly £650. If you're a landlord, the lower transport costs can be a draw for renters who commute, though the higher council tax is something tenants will notice on their bills.
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Similar to
UK Average
Similar to
Edwalton
Similar to
Musters
Higher than
Trent Bridge
Similar to
Gamston
Similar to
Lady Bay
Estimated Living Costs
Annually
Monthly
Utilities
£1,680
Internet
£360
Council Tax
£2,490
Groceries
£2,640
Transport
£1,080
Council tax in Abbey, 2026-27
In Abbey (Rushcliffe), estimated 2026-27 council tax is about £208 a month for a couple and £156 for a single person (most common band: C, £2,350 a year).
| Household | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Single person | £156 | £1,868 |
| Couple | £208 | £2,490 |
| Family | £208 | £2,490 |
| Single parent | £156 | £1,868 |
Most common band in Abbey: C (£2,349.57 a year before discounts).
| Band | Per year |
|---|---|
| Band A | £1,762.18 |
| Band B | £2,055.88 |
| Band C | £2,349.57 |
| Band D | £2,643.27 |
| Band E | £3,230.66 |
| Band F | £3,818.06 |
| Band G | £4,405.45 |
| Band H | £5,286.54 |
- Ward averages based on the mix of homes in each band, not a bill for a specific home.
- Single person and single parent figures include the 25% single-person discount.
- Estimated from ONS, Ofgem and Census data. Council: Rushcliffe.
