King's Ash, Torbay: Living Costs
Cost of Living
Living costs in King's Ash come to around £598 a month — roughly £40 less than the UK average. The main reason is cheaper transport and groceries.
Transport is where you'll save the most. It costs £70 a month here, compared to £103 across the UK. Groceries are also cheaper at £210 versus £224 nationally. Utilities and internet are about the same as the UK average.
Council tax is £150 a month, slightly above the national average of £147. It's noticeably lower than nearby neighbourhoods like Collaton St Mary and Clifton with Maidenway though.
For landlords, the lower running costs make King's Ash an attractive option. Tenants spend less on essentials, which can drive stronger demand and more stable rental yields.
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Lower than
UK Average
Lower than
Marldon & Littlehempston
Similar to
Preston
Similar to
Clifton with Maidenway
Lower than
Collaton St Mary
Estimated Living Costs
Annually
Monthly
Utilities
£1,680
Internet
£336
Council Tax
£2,103
Groceries
£2,520
Transport
£840
Council tax in King's Ash, 2026-27
In King's Ash (Torbay), estimated 2026-27 council tax is about £175 a month for a couple and £131 for a single person (most common band: B, £1,921 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 King's Ash: B (£1,921.31 a year before discounts).
| Band | Per year |
|---|---|
| Band A | £1,646.83 |
| Band B | £1,921.31 |
| Band C | £2,195.78 |
| Band D | £2,470.25 |
| Band E | £3,019.19 |
| Band F | £3,568.14 |
| Band G | £4,117.08 |
| Band H | £4,940.50 |
- 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: Torbay.
