Upper Dales, North Yorkshire: Living Costs
Cost of Living
Upper Dales costs a bit more to live in than the UK average, mainly because of higher council tax and transport bills. You'll want to factor this into your budget if you're thinking about moving here or letting a property.
Monthly living costs come to around £680, compared to £640 across the UK. Council tax runs £170 a month (the UK average is £147), and transport is £120 versus £103 nationally. Groceries are just under average at £220, while utilities and internet track pretty much in line with the rest of the country.
If you're a landlord, these higher costs mean you'll need to pitch rents competitively so tenants can afford to live here. Factor that into your yield calculations from the start.
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Higher than
UK Average
Similar to
Barnard Castle East
Similar to
Barnard Castle West
Similar to
Kirkby Stephen and Tebay
Similar to
Sedbergh and Kirkby Lonsdale
Similar to
Bentham & Ingleton
Similar to
Leyburn & Middleham
Lower than
Scotton & Lower Wensleydale
Similar to
Hipswell & Colburn
Similar to
North Richmondshire
Similar to
Richmond
Higher than
Wharfedale
Similar to
Settle & Penyghent
Estimated Living Costs
Annually
Monthly
Utilities
£1,680
Internet
£360
Council Tax
£2,629
Groceries
£2,640
Transport
£1,440
Council tax in Upper Dales, 2026-27
In Upper Dales (North Yorkshire), estimated 2026-27 council tax is about £219 a month for a couple and £164 for a single person (most common band: D, £2,544 a year).
| Household | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Single person | £164 | £1,972 |
| Couple | £219 | £2,629 |
| Family | £219 | £2,629 |
| Single parent | £164 | £1,972 |
Most common band in Upper Dales: D (£2,544.34 a year before discounts).
| Band | Per year |
|---|---|
| Band A | £1,696.23 |
| Band B | £1,978.93 |
| Band C | £2,261.64 |
| Band D | £2,544.34 |
| Band E | £3,109.75 |
| Band F | £3,675.16 |
| Band G | £4,240.57 |
| Band H | £5,088.68 |
- 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: North Yorkshire.
