Abbey, Dumfries and Galloway: Living Costs
Cost of Living
Living costs in Abbey sit around £623 a month, which is pretty much in line with the UK average. Council tax is slightly higher at £155 compared to the national average of £147, but transport costs are noticeably lower at £80.
You'll spend just under the UK average on groceries at £220 a month. Utilities come in marginally above average at £140, while internet costs are almost identical to the national figure at £28.
The lower transport costs make sense given Abbey's position within Dumfries — most amenities are within reach without a car. That adds up to real savings over time.
For landlords, the relatively modest cost of living keeps the neighbourhood accessible to a wider range of tenants, which means steady rental demand and fewer empty properties.
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Similar to
UK Average
Similar to
Castle Douglas and Crocketford
Higher than
North West Dumfries
Estimated Living Costs
Annually
Monthly
Utilities
£1,680
Internet
£336
Council Tax
£1,709
Groceries
£2,640
Transport
£960
Council tax in Abbey, 2026-27
In Abbey (Dumfries and Galloway), estimated 2026-27 council tax is about £142 a month for a couple and £107 for a single person (Band D: £1,579 a year, excluding water and sewerage).
| Household | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Single person | £107 | £1,282 |
| Couple | £142 | £1,709 |
| Family | £142 | £1,709 |
| Single parent | £107 | £1,282 |
| Band | Per year |
|---|---|
| Band A | £1,052.43 |
| Band B | £1,227.84 |
| Band C | £1,403.24 |
| Band D | £1,578.65 |
| Band E | £2,074.17 |
| Band F | £2,565.31 |
| Band G | £3,091.52 |
| Band H | £3,867.69 |
- 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.
- Excludes water and sewerage charges, which Scottish councils bill alongside council tax.
- Estimated from ONS, Ofgem and Census data. Council: Dumfries and Galloway.
