Burstead, Basildon: Living Costs
Cost of Living
Living costs in Burstead are a bit higher than the UK average, mainly because of council tax. If you're thinking about buying here—whether to live in or rent out—you'll want to factor this into your budget.
Monthly costs come to around £700, compared to roughly £640 nationally. Council tax is the biggest difference at £190 a month versus the UK average of £147. Utilities, internet, and groceries are pretty much in line with what you'd pay elsewhere. Transport costs £120 a month, which is slightly above average and reflects how car-dependent the area is.
If you're a landlord, these running costs matter for your tenants' ability to afford rent. You'll need to think carefully about keeping rents competitive while covering that higher council tax before you commit to a buy-to-let here.
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Higher than
UK Average
Higher than
Laindon Park
Similar to
Hutton East
Similar to
Billericay West
Similar to
Castledon & Crouch
Lower than
Herongate, Ingrave & West Horndon
Similar to
Billericay East
Estimated Living Costs
Annually
Monthly
Utilities
£1,680
Internet
£360
Council Tax
£2,611
Groceries
£2,640
Transport
£1,440
Council tax in Burstead, 2026-27
In Burstead (Basildon), estimated 2026-27 council tax is about £218 a month for a couple and £163 for a single person (most common band: D, £2,327 a year).
| Household | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Single person | £163 | £1,958 |
| Couple | £218 | £2,611 |
| Family | £218 | £2,611 |
| Single parent | £163 | £1,958 |
Most common band in Burstead: D (£2,327.24 a year before discounts).
| Band | Per year |
|---|---|
| Band A | £1,551.49 |
| Band B | £1,810.08 |
| Band C | £2,068.66 |
| Band D | £2,327.24 |
| Band E | £2,844.40 |
| Band F | £3,361.57 |
| Band G | £3,878.73 |
| Band H | £4,654.48 |
- 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: Basildon.
