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Guide on Cost of living<\/h2>\n

The first subject to arise between veteran expats and newcomers is the high cost of living in London. It is expensive! To help you keep your sanity, the best course of action is to just stop converting.<\/p>\n

Accommodation:<\/strong>\u00a0Count on paying \u00a31,500\/month for a one-bedroom apartment. Three-bedroom apartments are rare in central London but you will be able to find one an hour outside of London for about \u00a31,600\/month.<\/p>\n

Utility Bills:<\/strong>\u00a0Expect to pay around \u00a3160 quarterly for gas and electricity combined.<\/p>\n

Food<\/strong>
\nMilk – \u00a30.98\/Litre
\nButter – \u00a33.20\/Kg
\nEggs – \u00a32.30\/dozen
\nLocal Cheese – \u00a37.60\/Kg
\nBread – \u00a31.10 loaf
\nRice – \u00a31.25\/Kg
\nCereal – \u00a32.50 box
\nPotatoes – \u00a31.20\/Kg
\nTomatoes – \u00a32.00\/Kg
\nApples – \u00a31.72\/Kg
\nPasta – \u00a31.20\/Kg
\nChicken Breasts (Boneless, Skinless) – \u00a37.00\/Kg<\/p>\n

Transport<\/strong>
\nTaxi: \u00a32.95 to start + \u00a31.77\/Km
\nMonthly Travelcard Zones 1&2: \u00a3120.00
\nPetrol Pump Price: \u00a31.40\/Litre<\/p>\n

Leisure<\/strong>
\nCinema Ticket: \u00a311
\nOpera\/Ballet Ticket: \u00a335
\nGym Membership: \u00a359\/month
\nMeal for 2 in upmarket restaurant: \u00a375
\nMeal for 4 in family restaurant: \u00a375<\/p>\n

Miscellaneous<\/strong>
\nTV License: \u00a3145.50\/year
\nHome Internet: \u00a325\/month
\nMobile Phone: \u00a350\/month
\nLandline: \u00a313\/month
\n1 Hour of housekeeping: \u00a39
\n1 Hour babysitter: \u00a38
\nShirt dry cleaning: \u00a34.50
\nSchool fees: \u00a320,000 per year for independent school tuition<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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01<\/td>\nPick up Time Out magazine weekly and take advantage of London’s fantastic entertainment choices and cultural activities.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
02<\/td>\nUnless you intend to drive in London, find an apartment close to local transport, ideally less than a 15 minute walk to a bus, train, or tube station.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
03<\/td>\nYou need a license to own a television in the UK, otherwise you will be fined. Obtain a license when you arrive from any UK post office.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
04<\/td>\nLondon is vast and each area within it is unique. Make sure you visit several areas before you make a decision about where you want to live.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
05<\/td>\nA large number of residential areas in London require a parking permit. Even if you live there you may have to pay large annual fees to park your car.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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