Compton Acres, Rushcliffe: Living Costs
Cost of Living
Living costs in Compton Acres are slightly above the UK average at around £650 a month, compared to £640 nationally. The main reason is council tax — you'll pay £170 here versus £147 across the UK. That's a real difference. Utilities and internet sit close to the national average, and groceries come in just under at £220 a month.
Transport is where you actually save money. At £90 a month, it's noticeably cheaper than the £103 UK average, which points to good local access to shops, services, and transport links.
For landlords, this moderate cost base keeps the neighbourhood appealing to tenants without eating into your returns.
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Similar to
UK Average
Similar to
Clifton West
Higher than
Meadows
Similar to
Musters
Similar to
Lutterell
Higher than
Trent Bridge
Similar to
Ruddington
Estimated Living Costs
Annually
Monthly
Utilities
£1,680
Internet
£360
Council Tax
£2,706
Groceries
£2,640
Transport
£1,080
Council tax in Compton Acres, 2026-27
In Compton Acres (Rushcliffe), estimated 2026-27 council tax is about £226 a month for a couple and £169 for a single person (most common band: D, £2,643 a year).
| Household | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Single person | £169 | £2,030 |
| Couple | £226 | £2,706 |
| Family | £226 | £2,706 |
| Single parent | £169 | £2,030 |
Most common band in Compton Acres: D (£2,643.27 a year before discounts).
| Band | Per year |
|---|---|
| Band A | £1,762.18 |
| Band B | £2,055.88 |
| Band C | £2,349.57 |
| Band D | £2,643.27 |
| Band E | £3,230.66 |
| Band F | £3,818.06 |
| Band G | £4,405.45 |
| Band H | £5,286.54 |
- 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: Rushcliffe.
