Halstead St Andrew's, Braintree: Living Costs
Cost of Living
Living costs in Halstead St Andrew's are roughly in line with the UK average, but council tax is higher at £170 a month compared to the national average of £147. If you're buying or letting here, you'll want to factor that into your budget.
Utilities and groceries cost about what you'd pay elsewhere in the country. Transport is cheaper at £90 a month — though that's more down to the town's compact size than brilliant public transport. Most people drive here.
The higher council tax isn't unique to Halstead St Andrew's. You'll see the same rates in nearby areas like Gosfield and Halstead Trinity, so it's a regional thing. If you're a landlord, your tenants will pay the same council tax as anywhere else locally, so make sure you account for that when you're working out your rental returns.
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Similar to
UK Average
Similar to
The Colnes
Lower than
Gosfield & Greenstead Green
Similar to
Halstead Trinity
Estimated Living Costs
Annually
Monthly
Utilities
£1,680
Internet
£336
Council Tax
£2,103
Groceries
£2,640
Transport
£1,080
Council tax in Halstead St Andrew's, 2026-27
In Halstead St Andrew's (Braintree), estimated 2026-27 council tax is about £175 a month for a couple and £131 for a single person (most common band: C, £2,027 a year).
| Household | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Single person | £131 | £1,577 |
| Couple | £175 | £2,103 |
| Family | £175 | £2,103 |
| Single parent | £131 | £1,577 |
Most common band in Halstead St Andrew's: C (£2,026.97 a year before discounts).
| Band | Per year |
|---|---|
| Band A | £1,520.23 |
| Band B | £1,773.60 |
| Band C | £2,026.97 |
| Band D | £2,280.34 |
| Band E | £2,787.08 |
| Band F | £3,293.82 |
| Band G | £3,800.57 |
| Band H | £4,560.68 |
- 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: Braintree.
