Bishop's Castle, Shropshire: Living Costs
Cost of Living
Living costs in Bishop's Castle are noticeably lower than the UK average, which is worth considering if you're watching your monthly spending or looking at rental returns.
Your monthly costs here come to around £510, compared to the UK average of £640. Council tax is £95 against the national £147, and groceries cost £180 versus £224. Utilities and transport are cheaper too. Internet runs at roughly £30 a month, matching the UK average.
If you're a landlord, lower running costs can mean better yields. Tenants' money goes further here, which helps with rental income. Costs stay stable compared to other rural neighbourhoods nearby. Bishop's Castle is one of the more affordable spots in South Shropshire.
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Lower than
UK Average
Lower than
Burnell
Lower than
Chirbury & Worthen
Lower than
Clun
Lower than
Corvedale
Similar to
Craven Arms
Lower than
Rea Valley
Lower than
The Strettons
Lower than
Churchstoke
Estimated Living Costs
Annually
Monthly
Utilities
£1,440
Internet
£360
Council Tax
£2,437
Groceries
£2,160
Transport
£1,020
Council tax in Bishop's Castle, 2026-27
In Bishop's Castle (Shropshire), estimated 2026-27 council tax is about £203 a month for a couple and £152 for a single person (most common band: B, £1,966 a year).
| Household | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Single person | £152 | £1,828 |
| Couple | £203 | £2,437 |
| Family | £203 | £2,437 |
| Single parent | £152 | £1,828 |
Most common band in Bishop's Castle: B (£1,966.36 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.
