Clare & Shuttern, Mid Devon: Living Costs
Cost of Living
Living costs in Clare & Shuttern average around £645 a month, which is roughly in line with the UK average of £640. Council tax is higher though, at £165 compared to the national average of £147.
Transport is where you'll notice savings. At £90 a month, it's noticeably below the UK average of £103. Groceries are also slightly cheaper at £220 against £224 nationally.
Council tax is the main thing to be aware of. It's £18 above average each month, which adds up to over £200 a year. If you're a landlord, that's worth considering when discussing affordability with prospective tenants, as it can affect what renters are willing to pay.
Overall, the cost base here is stable and reasonably competitive for the region.
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Similar to
UK Average
Lower than
Bishop's Nympton
Similar to
Witheridge
Lower than
Upper Tone
Lower than
Dulverton & Exmoor
Similar to
Tiverton Lowman
Similar to
Canonsleigh
Similar to
Tiverton Castle
Similar to
Tiverton Westexe
Estimated Living Costs
Annually
Monthly
Utilities
£1,680
Internet
£360
Council Tax
£2,738
Groceries
£2,640
Transport
£1,080
Council tax in Clare & Shuttern, 2026-27
In Clare & Shuttern (Mid Devon), estimated 2026-27 council tax is about £228 a month for a couple and £171 for a single person (most common band: B, £2,066 a year).
| Household | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Single person | £171 | £2,054 |
| Couple | £228 | £2,738 |
| Family | £228 | £2,738 |
| Single parent | £171 | £2,054 |
Most common band in Clare & Shuttern: B (£2,066.10 a year before discounts).
| Band | Per year |
|---|---|
| Band A | £1,770.94 |
| Band B | £2,066.10 |
| Band C | £2,361.25 |
| Band D | £2,656.41 |
| Band E | £3,246.72 |
| Band F | £3,837.04 |
| Band G | £4,427.35 |
| Band H | £5,312.82 |
- 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: Mid Devon.
