Ampthill, Central Bedfordshire: Living Costs
Cost of Living
Living costs in Ampthill are a bit higher than the UK average, adding roughly £690 a month before rent or mortgage payments.
Council tax is £170 a month, compared to the national average of £147. Utilities cost £150, which is also above average. Groceries are roughly in line with the rest of the country at £220 a month. Transport costs £120 a month, reflecting how car-dependent the area is.
If you're thinking about letting a property, factor these higher running costs into what prospective tenants can actually afford. Costs across neighbouring areas are similar, so this is a regional pattern rather than something unique to Ampthill.
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Higher than
UK Average
Similar to
Barton-le-Clay & Silsoe
Similar to
Cranfield & Marston Moretaine
Similar to
Westoning, Flitton & Greenfield
Similar to
Meppershall & Shillington
Similar to
Shefford
Similar to
Flitwick
Similar to
Houghton Conquest & Haynes
Estimated Living Costs
Annually
Monthly
Utilities
£1,800
Internet
£360
Council Tax
£2,733
Groceries
£2,640
Transport
£1,440
Council tax in Ampthill, 2026-27
In Ampthill (Central Bedfordshire), estimated 2026-27 council tax is about £228 a month for a couple and £171 for a single person (most common band: C, £2,237 a year).
| Household | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Single person | £171 | £2,050 |
| Couple | £228 | £2,733 |
| Family | £228 | £2,733 |
| Single parent | £171 | £2,050 |
Most common band in Ampthill: C (£2,236.59 a year before discounts).
| Band | Per year |
|---|---|
| Band A | £1,677.44 |
| Band B | £1,957.01 |
| Band C | £2,236.59 |
| Band D | £2,516.16 |
| Band E | £3,075.31 |
| Band F | £3,634.45 |
| Band G | £4,193.60 |
| Band H | £5,032.32 |
- 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: Central Bedfordshire.
