St Laurence, Southend-on-Sea: Living Costs
Cost of Living
Living costs in St Laurence are below the UK average overall. Council tax comes to £95 a month compared to the national £147, and transport costs £85 versus £103. These savings add up and make the neighbourhood more affordable for buyers, whilst also supporting rental yields for landlords.
Utilities run at £120 a month, slightly under the UK average of £137. Internet costs are in line at £30. Groceries are where you'll spend more — £280 a month against the national £224 — likely down to local shopping options rather than any wider cost-of-living pressure.
For landlords, the lower council tax and transport costs appeal to tenants looking to keep their outgoings down. Total monthly costs come to around £610, compared to roughly £640 nationally.
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Similar to
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Similar to
Eastwood Park
Lower than
Blenheim Park
Similar to
Prittlewell
Similar to
St. Luke's
Similar to
Roche South
Estimated Living Costs
Annually
Monthly
Utilities
£1,440
Internet
£360
Council Tax
£2,004
Groceries
£3,360
Transport
£1,020
Council tax in St Laurence, 2026-27
In St Laurence (Southend-on-Sea), estimated 2026-27 council tax is about £167 a month for a couple and £125 for a single person (most common band: C, £2,013 a year).
| Household | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Single person | £125 | £1,503 |
| Couple | £167 | £2,004 |
| Family | £167 | £2,004 |
| Single parent | £125 | £1,503 |
Most common band in St Laurence: C (£2,013.48 a year before discounts).
| Band | Per year |
|---|---|
| Band A | £1,510.11 |
| Band B | £1,761.80 |
| Band C | £2,013.48 |
| Band D | £2,265.17 |
| Band E | £2,768.54 |
| Band F | £3,271.91 |
| Band G | £3,775.28 |
| Band H | £4,530.34 |
- 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: Southend-on-Sea.
