Quick Question - Food Budget?

shellybelly_3

Hi,

Just trying to get my finances into order, i was just wondering if anyone can give me a rough idea of how much i should budget for food?

Its only myself and my other half. We're also hoping to start taking packed lunches to work as well.

I know everyones different but i just need a 'rough' idea.

Thanks :T

jennybb

Try the OS boards

mah_jong

I seem to rmember that its reasonable for 25 quid per person per week..... however this is easy. Thats including toiletries and cleaning stuff.

I have it down to under 80, with many meals for two.

milliejon

I base mine on the figures given by the National Debtline. According to them, the figures are:

Weekly housekeeping budget
Single person £35 to £45
Couple £60 to £75
Each child £20 to £35
Non-dependant £20 to £35

Monthly housekeeping budget
Single person £152 to £195
Couple £260 to £325
Each child £87 to £152
Non-dependant £87 to £152

This is not only for food, but for cleaning and toiletries etc.

calleyw

For two adults who like there food I budget £100 per month but spend between £60 and the £100 amount.

I tack on another £10 for loo rolls/washing powder etc. Shower gel/ shampoo tends to be bought with own money for some unknow reason. Oh yes I know why because I get free boots vouchers so it cost me nothing to buy thge goodies there.


Yours


Calley