The Cost of Being Single – And How Friends Are Teaming Up to Beat It The UK's housing market has long been a contentious issue, but one problem that often goes unnoticed is the "singles tax.
" This refers to the additional costs incurred by single individuals when it comes to housing, household bills, and other expenses.
According to official figures, nearly 36% of the population aged 16 and over are unmarried or in a civil partnership. This demographic faces significant financial hurdles when trying to access affordable housing.