Bodmin St Petroc's, Cornwall: Living Costs
Cost of Living
Living costs in Bodmin St Petroc's are close to the UK average, with one key difference: council tax runs at £165 a month, which is higher than the national average of £147.
Groceries are slightly cheaper at £210 compared to £224 nationally, and transport costs are lower too at £90 versus £103. Utilities and internet sit roughly in line with the rest of the UK.
If you're thinking about a buy-to-let, factor the higher council tax into your yield calculations, especially if the property won't be exempt. Overall, the cost base here is manageable and keeps the neighbourhood affordable. That matters for rental demand — tenants are drawn to areas where they can keep their outgoings down.
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Similar to
UK Average
Lower than
Lanivet, Blisland & Bodmin St Lawrence
Similar to
Bodmin St Mary's & St Leonard
Estimated Living Costs
Annually
Monthly
Utilities
£1,680
Internet
£336
Council Tax
£2,207
Groceries
£2,520
Transport
£1,080
Council tax in Bodmin St Petroc's, 2026-27
In Bodmin St Petroc's (Cornwall), estimated 2026-27 council tax is about £184 a month for a couple and £138 for a single person (most common band: A, £1,727 a year).
| Household | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Single person | £138 | £1,655 |
| Couple | £184 | £2,207 |
| Family | £184 | £2,207 |
| Single parent | £138 | £1,655 |
Most common band in Bodmin St Petroc's: A (£1,727.29 a year before discounts).
| Band | Per year |
|---|---|
| Band A | £1,727.29 |
| Band B | £2,015.17 |
| Band C | £2,303.05 |
| Band D | £2,590.93 |
| Band E | £3,166.69 |
| Band F | £3,742.45 |
| Band G | £4,318.22 |
| Band H | £5,181.86 |
- 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: Cornwall.
