Linlithgow, West Lothian: Living Costs
Cost of Living
Living costs in Linlithgow come to around £630 a month — pretty much in line with the UK average. Transport costs are lower than most places, which balances out slightly higher utilities and council tax.
Utilities and internet run to £170 a month, just above the UK average of £166. Council tax is £150, a bit higher than the national average of £147. Groceries are slightly cheaper at £220 compared to £224 across the UK.
Transport is where Linlithgow really shines. At £90 a month, it's £13 below the UK average, thanks to strong rail links to Edinburgh and Glasgow.
Your total monthly outgoings come to roughly £630. For landlords, that's a solid figure to work with. Tenants get reasonable day-to-day costs alongside easy commuter access, which keeps rental demand steady.
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Similar to
UK Average
Higher than
Bathgate
Similar to
Broxburn, Uphall and Winchburgh
Similar to
Armadale and Blackridge
Similar to
Bo'ness and Blackness
Similar to
Almond
Higher than
Upper Braes
Estimated Living Costs
Annually
Monthly
Utilities
£1,680
Internet
£360
Council Tax
£2,028
Groceries
£2,640
Transport
£1,080
Council tax in Linlithgow, 2026-27
In Linlithgow (West Lothian), estimated 2026-27 council tax is about £169 a month for a couple and £127 for a single person (Band D: £1,628 a year, excluding water and sewerage).
| Household | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Single person | £127 | £1,521 |
| Couple | £169 | £2,028 |
| Family | £169 | £2,028 |
| Single parent | £127 | £1,521 |
| Band | Per year |
|---|---|
| Band A | £1,085.06 |
| Band B | £1,265.90 |
| Band C | £1,446.75 |
| Band D | £1,627.59 |
| Band E | £2,138.47 |
| Band F | £2,644.83 |
| Band G | £3,187.36 |
| Band H | £3,987.60 |
- 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.
- Excludes water and sewerage charges, which Scottish councils bill alongside council tax.
- Estimated from ONS, Ofgem and Census data. Council: West Lothian.
