Cost of Living in Tottenham - Updated Prices & Insights

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $993 (excluding rent), and $2,354 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $2,469 (excluding rent), and $4,535 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$20.41 £15.02

$12.25 £9.01

$27.21 £20.03

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$87.1 £64.1

$80.4 £59.1

$161 £118

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$10.85 £7.99

$9.49 £6.99

$13.57 £9.99

Cappuccino

$4.79 £3.52

$3.47 £2.55

$6.24 £4.59

Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.52 £1.12

$1.34 £0.99

$4.69 £3.45

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.04 £0.76

$0.8 £0.59

$3.3 £2.43

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$5.48 £4.03

$2.74 £2.02

$7.53 £5.54

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$6.04 £4.44

$3.36 £2.47

$8.72 £6.42

Milk (1 liter)

$1.41 £1.04

$1.08 £0.79

$2.69 £1.98

White Bread (500g)

$1.39 £1.03

$1.06 £0.78

$5.3 £3.9

Rice (white) (1kg)

$2.13 £1.57

$1.33 £0.98

$5.29 £3.89

Eggs

$3.64 £2.68

$2.15 £1.58

$7.54 £5.55

Local Cheese (1kg)

$8.37 £6.16

$3.84 £2.82

$27.44 £20.2

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$8.31 £6.12

$4.38 £3.22

$14.22 £10.46

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$13.25 £9.75

$6.8 £5

$33.61 £24.73

Apples (1kg)

$3.11 £2.29

$1.32 £0.97

$3.97 £2.92

Banana (1kg)

$1.5 £1.11

$1.08 £0.79

$2.42 £1.78

Oranges (1kg)

$2.94 £2.16

$1.35 £1

$5.41 £3.98

Tomato (1kg)

$2.87 £2.11

$1.2 £0.88

$5.37 £3.95

Potato (1kg)

$1.67 £1.23

$0.59 £0.44

$2.65 £1.95

Onion (1kg)

$1.54 £1.13

$1.28 £0.94

$2.03 £1.49

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.3 £0.95

$0.69 £0.51

$1.67 £1.23

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.67 £1.23

$0.63 £0.46

$2.1 £1.54

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$20.68 £15.21

$17.56 £12.92

$24.31 £17.89

Wine (Bottle)

$9.39 £6.91

$4.79 £3.52

$15.02 £11.05

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$3.17 £2.33

$1.07 £0.79

$3.35 £2.46

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.4 £1.77

$1.59 £1.17

$6.63 £4.88

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$2.97 £2.18

$2.4 £1.76

$3.59 £2.64

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$82.3 £60.6

$54.9 £40.38

$94.7 £69.7

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$5.88 £4.33

$4.38 £3.23

$9.35 £6.88

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$2.09 £1.54

$1.23 £0.9

$2.09 £1.54

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$29.38 £21.62

$27.2 £20.02

$81.6 £60.1

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.87 £1.37

$1.77 £1.3

$1.88 £1.38

Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)

$39K £28.7K

$34.5K £25.4K

$41.4K £30.4K

Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)

$39.9K £29.4K

$34.5K £25.4K

$48.3K £35.5K

Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)

$317 £233

$200 £147

$523 £385

SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)

$14.1 £10.37

$8.05 £5.92

$40.26 £29.63

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$34.24 £25.19

$26.68 £19.63

$66.7 £49.08

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$46.53 £34.24

$27.57 £20.29

$62 £45.66

Cinema Ticket

$20.51 £15.1

$13.68 £10.07

$34.18 £25.15

Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)

$1,906 £1,403

$1,634 £1,202

$3,268 £2,405

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$23.1K £17K

$20.7K £15.3K

$48.4K £35.6K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$104 £76.5

$47.97 £35.3

$164 £121

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$41.1 £30.24

$13.7 £10.08

$110 £80.7

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$87.6 £64.5

$53.9 £39.67

$195 £144

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$101 £74.3

$68.3 £50.2

$341 £251

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,289 £949

$1,003 £738

$1,289 £949

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,131 £832

$844 £621

$1,189 £875

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$2,318 £1,706

$1,800 £1,325

$2,473 £1,820

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,462 £1,076

$1,111 £817

$1,637 £1,205

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$4,139 £3,046

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

5.45

5.9

Citycost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

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Cost of Living in Tottenham - Frequently Asked Questions

Tottenham offers a practical balance for budget-minded travelers and remote workers who want easier access to central London without the highest prices. Overall, Cost of Living in Tottenham tends to be lower than in the heart of the city, especially for housing and casual dining, while transport connections keep you connected to the capital. You can find comfortable shared apartments and newer builds at reasonable rents, plus diverse markets, parks, and cafes that support long work sessions. Seasonal shifts matter: heating in winter and cooling in summer affect comfort and costs but are manageable with smart habits. Neighborhoods near transit hubs give you faster commutes and more pricing options. Tip: Map out a few neighborhoods before a visit and prioritize good Wi Fi and safety.

Begin your housing search by zoning in on areas around Seven Sisters, Tottenham Hale, and the High Road, where rent ranges and options vary from shared flats to compact apartments. Tottenham living cost reflects a mix of affordable groceries from local markets and more premium chains along main corridors, plus a growing number of coworking spaces and coffee shops with reliable Wi Fi. For transport, the area benefits from frequent bus routes and efficient rail links into central London, making daily commutes workable without long journeys. Food options span traditional pubs, markets, and international eateries, so you can keep meals economical while still enjoying variety. Tip: schedule searches on weekday mornings to compare listings and property visits.

Tottenham gives you a diverse vibe, with a mix of high street life, parks, and quieter residential pockets. Build a simple monthly framework: rent, utilities, groceries, transport, and occasional leisure. Favor neighborhoods near an Underground or overground station for speed and resale value, while staying mindful of noise and traffic. To save, cook at home, buy in bulk at markets, and leverage off peak travel options. Spring and autumn bring milder energy bills if you adjust heating and cooling, while summer visitors bring crowds to tourist zones; plan ahead for quieter midweeks when you want to explore. Tip: set a weekly cap on dining out and test multiple routes to compare commute times.