St Mary's, Ribble Valley: Living Costs
Cost of Living
Living costs in St Mary's come to around £645 a month, just slightly above the UK average of £640. Council tax is higher here at £165 a month compared to £147 nationally, but you'll spend less on transport, which helps even things out.
Transport costs £90 a month in St Mary's versus £103 across the UK. That's a real saving if you're commuting regularly. Utilities, internet, and groceries all track close to the national average, so there are no surprises there.
For landlords, the lower transport costs make St Mary's attractive to renters who need to commute. Running costs stay manageable, which means steady rental demand and more stable yields over time.
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Similar to
UK Average
Higher than
Primrose
Similar to
Edisford & Low Moor
Similar to
Salthill
Similar to
Chatburn
Lower than
Waddington, Bashall Eaves & Mitton
Similar to
West Bradford & Grindleton
Estimated Living Costs
Annually
Monthly
Utilities
£1,680
Internet
£360
Council Tax
£2,309
Groceries
£2,640
Transport
£1,080
Council tax in St Mary's, 2026-27
In St Mary's (Ribble Valley), estimated 2026-27 council tax is about £192 a month for a couple and £144 for a single person (most common band: B, £1,856 a year).
| Household | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Single person | £144 | £1,732 |
| Couple | £192 | £2,309 |
| Family | £192 | £2,309 |
| Single parent | £144 | £1,732 |
Most common band in St Mary's: B (£1,856.17 a year before discounts).
| Band | Per year |
|---|---|
| Band A | £1,591.00 |
| Band B | £1,856.17 |
| Band C | £2,121.33 |
| Band D | £2,386.50 |
| Band E | £2,916.83 |
| Band F | £3,447.17 |
| Band G | £3,977.50 |
| Band H | £4,773.00 |
- 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: Ribble Valley.
