Cathall, Waltham Forest: Living Costs
Cost of Living
Living costs in Cathall average around £678 a month, which is pretty much in line with the UK average of £640. Transport costs are notably higher, though council tax works in your favour.
Transport is the big one here. At £170 a month, it's well above the UK average of £103. This reflects London travel costs, especially if you're commuting into central London regularly.
Council tax is a bright spot. At £120 a month, it's £27 below the national average. Groceries and utilities sit close to average, so nothing unexpected there.
For landlords, the lower council tax makes Cathall relatively attractive to tenants keeping an eye on their outgoings. Transport costs are a fixed part of East London living, but good links support rental demand.
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Higher than
UK Average
Lower than
Leyton
Similar to
Cann Hall
Lower than
Stratford Olympic Park
Lower than
Leytonstone
Lower than
Maryland
Similar to
Grove Green
Estimated Living Costs
Annually
Monthly
Utilities
£1,680
Internet
£336
Council Tax
£2,031
Groceries
£2,640
Transport
£2,040
Council tax in Cathall, 2026-27
In Cathall (Waltham Forest), estimated 2026-27 council tax is about £169 a month for a couple and £127 for a single person (most common band: C, £2,122 a year).
| Household | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Single person | £127 | £1,523 |
| Couple | £169 | £2,031 |
| Family | £169 | £2,031 |
| Single parent | £127 | £1,523 |
Most common band in Cathall: C (£2,121.74 a year before discounts).
| Band | Per year |
|---|---|
| Band A | £1,591.31 |
| Band B | £1,856.52 |
| Band C | £2,121.74 |
| Band D | £2,386.96 |
| Band E | £2,917.40 |
| Band F | £3,447.83 |
| Band G | £3,978.27 |
| Band H | £4,773.92 |
- 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: Waltham Forest.
