Shaldon & Stokeinteignhead, Teignbridge: Living Costs

Living costs in Shaldon and Stokeinteignhead sit slightly above the UK average at around £670 a month. Council tax is the main driver, though lower transport costs help balance things out. Council tax here is noticeably higher than elsewhere in the country. You'll pay £190 a month — that's £43 more than the UK average, adding up to over £500 extra a year. Utilities and internet track the national average pretty closely. Groceries are just under average at £220 a month. Transport costs are lower at £90 a month, which makes sense given the rural location. Most people drive rather than use public transport. If you're a landlord, the higher council tax is worth building into your rental prices. Tenants in furnished lets often pay this directly.