St John's, Woking: Living Costs
Cost of Living
Living costs in St John's come to around £640 a month — roughly in line with the UK average of £640. What helps is that transport costs are lower and groceries are reasonable, so your day-to-day spending stays manageable.
Council tax is the big one here at £170 a month, compared to the UK average of £147. That's something you'll want to budget for. Transport, though, works out cheaper at £80 a month versus £103 nationally — handy if you're commuting locally or don't own a car.
Groceries and utilities are pretty much on par with the UK average. If you're a landlord, the lower transport costs can be a draw for tenants who work nearby. Overall, St John's sits in the mid-range for costs within Woking, so it's fairly straightforward to plan your finances around.
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Estimated Living Costs
Annually
Monthly
Utilities
£1,680
Internet
£360
Council Tax
£2,695
Groceries
£2,640
Transport
£960
Council tax in St John's, 2026-27
In St John's (Woking), estimated 2026-27 council tax is about £225 a month for a couple and £168 for a single person (most common band: D, £2,598 a year).
| Household | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Single person | £168 | £2,021 |
| Couple | £225 | £2,695 |
| Family | £225 | £2,695 |
| Single parent | £168 | £2,021 |
Most common band in St John's: D (£2,598.04 a year before discounts).
| Band | Per year |
|---|---|
| Band A | £1,732.03 |
| Band B | £2,020.70 |
| Band C | £2,309.37 |
| Band D | £2,598.04 |
| Band E | £3,175.38 |
| Band F | £3,752.72 |
| Band G | £4,330.07 |
| Band H | £5,196.08 |
- 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: Woking.
