St George's, Castle Point: Living Costs
Cost of Living
Living costs in St George's are roughly in line with the UK average at around £630 a month. What makes the neighbourhood stand out is transport — you'll spend just £90 a month here, which is £13 below the national average. That's a real draw for commuters and renters.
Groceries are slightly cheaper than the UK average at £220 a month, and council tax sits at £150 — a bit above average but nothing dramatic. The lower transport costs help balance out the slightly higher utilities and council tax.
For landlords, the affordable transport links are a genuine selling point. Renters who depend on public transport find this neighbourhood appealing, which means steady demand and more stable rental yields.
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Similar to
UK Average
Similar to
Pitsea South East
Lower than
Thundersley North
Similar to
Tarpots
Estimated Living Costs
Annually
Monthly
Utilities
£1,680
Internet
£360
Council Tax
£2,200
Groceries
£2,640
Transport
£1,080
Council tax in St George's, 2026-27
In St George's (Castle Point), estimated 2026-27 council tax is about £183 a month for a couple and £138 for a single person (most common band: C, £2,061 a year).
| Household | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Single person | £138 | £1,650 |
| Couple | £183 | £2,200 |
| Family | £183 | £2,200 |
| Single parent | £138 | £1,650 |
Most common band in St George's: C (£2,061.00 a year before discounts).
| Band | Per year |
|---|---|
| Band A | £1,545.75 |
| Band B | £1,803.38 |
| Band C | £2,061.00 |
| Band D | £2,318.63 |
| Band E | £2,833.88 |
| Band F | £3,349.13 |
| Band G | £3,864.38 |
| Band H | £4,637.26 |
- 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: Castle Point.
