Bridge, Dartford: Living Costs
Cost of Living
Living costs in Bridge are roughly in line with the UK average, though council tax is higher at £170 a month compared to the national average of £147. You'll want to factor this into your budget.
Transport costs work in your favour here though. At £80 a month, they're notably lower than the UK average of £103, which helps offset some of that council tax difference. Groceries and utilities sit around the national average.
If you're a landlord, the lower transport costs are a real selling point for tenants and help drive rental demand. The higher council tax is something to mention to prospective tenants, but it's not unusual for the area — Burnham charges the same rate.
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Similar to
UK Average
Lower than
Crayford
Similar to
Temple Hill
Similar to
Stone Castle
Similar to
Town
Lower than
Burnham
Estimated Living Costs
Annually
Monthly
Utilities
£1,680
Internet
£360
Council Tax
£2,481
Groceries
£2,640
Transport
£960
Council tax in Bridge, 2026-27
In Bridge (Dartford), estimated 2026-27 council tax is about £207 a month for a couple and £155 for a single person (most common band: D, £2,375 a year).
| Household | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Single person | £155 | £1,861 |
| Couple | £207 | £2,481 |
| Family | £207 | £2,481 |
| Single parent | £155 | £1,861 |
Most common band in Bridge: D (£2,375.15 a year before discounts).
| Band | Per year |
|---|---|
| Band A | £1,583.43 |
| Band B | £1,847.34 |
| Band C | £2,111.24 |
| Band D | £2,375.15 |
| Band E | £2,902.96 |
| Band F | £3,430.77 |
| Band G | £3,958.58 |
| Band H | £4,750.30 |
- 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: Dartford.
