What it means
This builds a full monthly housing budget: rent plus council tax, energy and the other bills that come with the flat.
Renting
Rental budget calculator
Rent plus bills: the full monthly cost of living there.
Why it matters
Advertised rent is rarely the whole cost of living there. Bills can tip a 'cheap' flat into an expensive one.
When to use it
Use it when comparing properties, or when setting a realistic ceiling before you start viewing.
How to read the result
Compare the total monthly figure, not rent alone. Add your own food and travel separately if you want a full life budget.
Your figures
More assumptions
Methodology
Rules checked against published sources as of 2025-04-01.
- Totals monthly rent plus the bill lines you enter.
- Annualised total is twelve times the monthly figure.
Related calculators
Related property tools
Pair the numbers with area intelligence for a postcode.
FAQs
Does this include food and leisure?
No. It focuses on housing-related rent and bills so you can see the rent package clearly.