King's Cross, Camden: Living Costs
Cost of Living
Living costs in King's Cross are higher than the UK average, mainly because of transport and groceries. Council tax is a bright spot though — it's slightly below average at £140 a month.
Transport costs £190 a month here, compared to £103 across the UK. That's a noticeable jump, but it's the trade-off for being in zones 1 and 2, which is exactly why renters find the area so appealing. Groceries run about £260 a month versus £224 nationally. Utilities and internet sit roughly in line with what you'd pay elsewhere in the UK.
If you're a landlord, those strong transport links help you command higher rents. Running costs are stable and predictable, which makes it easier to work out reliable yields when you're thinking about a buy-to-let investment here.
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Higher than
UK Average
Similar to
Bloomsbury
Similar to
Camden Town
Similar to
Holborn & Covent Garden
Similar to
Caledonian
Similar to
Clerkenwell
Similar to
Camden Square
Similar to
St Pancras & Somers Town
Estimated Living Costs
Annually
Monthly
Utilities
£1,680
Internet
£360
Council Tax
£2,460
Groceries
£3,120
Transport
£2,280
Council tax in King's Cross, 2026-27
In King's Cross (Camden), estimated 2026-27 council tax is about £205 a month for a couple and £154 for a single person (most common band: D, £2,208 a year).
| Household | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Single person | £154 | £1,845 |
| Couple | £205 | £2,460 |
| Family | £205 | £2,460 |
| Single parent | £154 | £1,845 |
Most common band in King's Cross: D (£2,207.55 a year before discounts).
| Band | Per year |
|---|---|
| Band A | £1,471.70 |
| Band B | £1,716.98 |
| Band C | £1,962.27 |
| Band D | £2,207.55 |
| Band E | £2,698.12 |
| Band F | £3,188.68 |
| Band G | £3,679.25 |
| Band H | £4,415.10 |
- 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: Camden.
