St Edward's, Havering: Living Costs
Cost of Living
You'll spend around £635 a month living in St Edward's, which is slightly above the UK average of £640. The difference comes down to council tax being higher here, but you'll save on transport costs.
Council tax runs to £165 a month — that's £18 more than the UK average, so it's worth budgeting for. Transport costs, though, are a real plus at £80 a month against the national average of £103. This means you've got good access to local amenities without spending heavily on commuting.
Utilities, internet, and groceries all track close to the UK average. If you're a landlord, the low transport costs are a genuine draw for tenants looking for convenience without the expense of getting around. That tends to keep rental demand steady.
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St Alban's
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Mawneys
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Rush Green & Crowlands
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Squirrels Heath
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Marshalls & Rise Park
Estimated Living Costs
Annually
Monthly
Utilities
£1,680
Internet
£360
Council Tax
£2,363
Groceries
£2,640
Transport
£960
Council tax in St Edward's, 2026-27
In St Edward's (Havering), estimated 2026-27 council tax is about £197 a month for a couple and £148 for a single person (most common band: C, £2,155 a year).
| Household | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Single person | £148 | £1,772 |
| Couple | £197 | £2,363 |
| Family | £197 | £2,363 |
| Single parent | £148 | £1,772 |
Most common band in St Edward's: C (£2,155.25 a year before discounts).
| Band | Per year |
|---|---|
| Band A | £1,616.44 |
| Band B | £1,885.85 |
| Band C | £2,155.25 |
| Band D | £2,424.66 |
| Band E | £2,963.47 |
| Band F | £3,502.29 |
| Band G | £4,041.10 |
| Band H | £4,849.32 |
- 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: Havering.
