Waterfront, Swansea: Living Costs
Cost of Living
You'll spend less on living costs in Waterfront than the UK average. Monthly outgoings come to around £583 compared to the national figure of £640 — that's a real saving, mostly because transport and groceries cost less here.
Council tax is £135 a month, which is £12 below the UK average. Transport is notably cheaper at £70 versus £103 nationally, suggesting good walkability or access to affordable local options. Groceries come in at £210, again under the average.
For landlords, lower running costs make the neighbourhood more attractive to tenants watching their budgets. That can support consistent demand and reduce void periods. Utilities are marginally above average at £140, but overall, day-to-day living here is relatively affordable.
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Lower than
UK Average
Similar to
Castle
Similar to
Uplands
Similar to
St Thomas
Similar to
Coedffranc West
Estimated Living Costs
Annually
Monthly
Utilities
£1,680
Internet
£336
Council Tax
£2,549
Groceries
£2,520
Transport
£840
Council tax in Waterfront, 2026-27
In Waterfront (Swansea), estimated 2026-27 council tax is about £212 a month for a couple and £159 for a single person (most common band: D, £2,238 a year).
| Household | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Single person | £159 | £1,912 |
| Couple | £212 | £2,549 |
| Family | £212 | £2,549 |
| Single parent | £159 | £1,912 |
Most common band in Waterfront: D (£2,238.29 a year before discounts).
| Band | Per year |
|---|---|
| Band A | £1,492.19 |
| Band B | £1,740.89 |
| Band C | £1,989.59 |
| Band D | £2,238.29 |
| Band E | £2,735.69 |
| Band F | £3,233.09 |
| Band G | £3,730.48 |
| Band H | £4,476.58 |
| Band I | £5,222.68 |
- 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: Swansea.
