Cost of living quiz (UK 2024)

How much on average do you think it costs in £ (Pounds) for electricity and gas per month for a family of 4 living in a semi detached house?

• Below £40

• £40 to £120

• £140 to £160

• £200 to £500

• £500+

Answer explanation

Based on average consumption, a family of 4 in a semi detached house would likely spend between £140 to £160 per month on electricity and gas.

How much on average do you think it costs in £ (Pounds) for water per month.

• £10-15

• £40-50

• £60-120

• £150-200

How much in £ (Pounds) does it cost for the TV Licence per year.

• £49

• £99

• £170

• £300

Answer explanation

The correct cost for the TV Licence per year is £169.50 currently.

How much do you think it costs in £ (Pounds) for the Council Tax per month (Band A)?

• £50

• £90

• £170

• £230

Answer explanation

The correct choice is £170 as it is the typical monthly cost for Council Tax in Band A properties.

What is the average monthly mortgage cost for a house in the UK?.

• £500 to £2,000.

• £1,000 to £3,000.

• Always less than £500.

• The monthly cost for a house in the UK is fixed at £2,500.

Answer explanation

The average monthly mortgage cost for a house in the UK ranges from £500 to £2,000 depending the house cost and amount borrowed.

What is the average monthly rental cost for a house in the UK?.

• £1,000 to £1,500

• £2,000 to £2,500

• £3,000 to £3,500

• £500 to £750

Answer explanation

The average monthly rental cost for a house in the UK falls within the range of £1,000 to £1,500 currently

How much do you think it costs in £ (Pounds) for Home Insurance per month.

• £100 to £300

• £40 to £70

• £125 to £155

• £20 to £50

Answer explanation

The correct choice for the cost of Home Insurance per month in £ is £20 to £50.

How much do you think it costs in £ (Pounds) for food per week for a family of 4 (2 adults two teenagers)?

• £50

• £150

• £100

• £200

What is the average monthly cost in £ (pounds) for petrol and to maintain a car when working within 10 miles from home (locally)? (Not including insurance.)

• £150

• £50

• £200

• £100

How much does an average family spend in £ (Pounds) on clothing per month.

• An average family spends £50 on clothing per month

• The average family spends £100 on clothing per month

• Families do not spend any money on clothing

• The cost of clothing per month varies and depends on various factors.