Tollgate, West Suffolk: Living Costs
Cost of Living
Living costs in Tollgate are roughly in line with the UK average at around £623 a month. You'll spend a bit more on council tax, but that's balanced out by lower spending on groceries and transport.
Council tax comes to £155 a month, which is slightly above the UK average of £147. Transport costs are noticeably cheaper at £90 compared to £103 nationally — a sign that you've got good access to local amenities. Groceries run to £210, below the £224 average, so your weekly shop won't stretch your budget as far.
If you're a landlord, the lower cost of living here makes Tollgate an attractive neighbourhood for tenants. Running costs won't take a big bite out of your rental yields, so it's worth considering if you're thinking about a buy-to-let investment.
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Similar to
UK Average
Similar to
Abbeygate
Similar to
Minden
Similar to
St Olaves
Similar to
Eastgate
Lower than
The Fornhams & Great Barton
Estimated Living Costs
Annually
Monthly
Utilities
£1,680
Internet
£336
Council Tax
£1,954
Groceries
£2,520
Transport
£1,080
Council tax in Tollgate, 2026-27
In Tollgate (West Suffolk), estimated 2026-27 council tax is about £163 a month for a couple and £122 for a single person (most common band: B, £1,829 a year).
| Household | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Single person | £122 | £1,466 |
| Couple | £163 | £1,954 |
| Family | £163 | £1,954 |
| Single parent | £122 | £1,466 |
Most common band in Tollgate: B (£1,828.92 a year before discounts).
| Band | Per year |
|---|---|
| Band A | £1,567.65 |
| Band B | £1,828.92 |
| Band C | £2,090.20 |
| Band D | £2,351.47 |
| Band E | £2,874.02 |
| Band F | £3,396.57 |
| Band G | £3,919.12 |
| Band H | £4,702.94 |
- 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: West Suffolk.
