Albrighton, Shropshire: Living Costs
Cost of Living
Living costs in Albrighton are mixed. Utilities and council tax are cheaper than the UK average, but groceries and transport cost noticeably more, which pushes your total monthly spending above what most UK households pay.
Utilities run £120 a month and council tax £110 — both well below the national averages of £137 and £147. That's a genuine saving. Internet sits at £30, which is about average for the UK.
Transport and groceries are where your costs climb. Transport costs £180 here compared to £103 nationally, and groceries £280 versus £224. This is a rural area, so you'll need a car. If you're a landlord, remember that higher running costs affect what renters can afford to pay.
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Higher than
UK Average
Similar to
Shifnal Rural
Estimated Living Costs
Annually
Monthly
Utilities
£1,440
Internet
£360
Council Tax
£2,458
Groceries
£3,360
Transport
£2,160
Council tax in Albrighton, 2026-27
In Albrighton (Shropshire), estimated 2026-27 council tax is about £205 a month for a couple and £154 for a single person (most common band: C, £2,247 a year).
| Household | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Single person | £154 | £1,844 |
| Couple | £205 | £2,458 |
| Family | £205 | £2,458 |
| Single parent | £154 | £1,844 |
Most common band in Albrighton: C (£2,247.27 a year before discounts).
| Band | Per year |
|---|---|
| Band A | £1,685.45 |
| Band B | £1,966.36 |
| Band C | £2,247.27 |
| Band D | £2,528.18 |
| Band E | £3,090.00 |
| Band F | £3,651.82 |
| Band G | £4,213.63 |
| Band H | £5,056.36 |
- 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: Shropshire.
