St Katharine's & Wapping, Tower Hamlets: Living Costs
Cost of Living
Living costs in St Katharine's and Wapping are higher than the UK average, mainly because of transport and groceries. This matters whether you're planning to live here or let out a property.
Transport costs £190 a month — nearly double the UK average of £103. Groceries are £260 compared to £224 nationally. Council tax runs to £165 a month, slightly above the £147 average. Utilities and internet are much the same as elsewhere in the country.
You're looking at around £785 a month in total living costs. If you're a landlord, tenants will factor these running costs into what they can afford to pay in rent. The excellent transport links here drive strong rental demand, which helps balance out the higher day-to-day expenses.
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Higher than
UK Average
Higher than
Limehouse
Higher than
Tower
Higher than
Shadwell
Higher than
Whitechapel
Estimated Living Costs
Annually
Monthly
Utilities
£1,680
Internet
£360
Council Tax
£2,257
Groceries
£3,120
Transport
£2,280
Council tax in St Katharine's & Wapping, 2026-27
In St Katharine's & Wapping (Tower Hamlets), estimated 2026-27 council tax is about £188 a month for a couple and £141 for a single person (most common band: E, £2,246 a year).
| Household | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Single person | £141 | £1,693 |
| Couple | £188 | £2,257 |
| Family | £188 | £2,257 |
| Single parent | £141 | £1,693 |
Most common band in St Katharine's & Wapping: E (£2,246.18 a year before discounts).
| Band | Per year |
|---|---|
| Band A | £1,225.19 |
| Band B | £1,429.38 |
| Band C | £1,633.58 |
| Band D | £1,837.78 |
| Band E | £2,246.18 |
| Band F | £2,654.57 |
| Band G | £3,062.97 |
| Band H | £3,675.56 |
- 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: Tower Hamlets.
