What’s the maximum you’d spend on everyday items?

Soaring living costs have forced many of us to think again about what we’re willing to pay for day-to-day items and the odd treat. But where exactly would you draw the line?

According to Smart Energy GB, more than half of us (54%) have had to cut back our spending on non-essentials like eating out in the last three years.

Whether it’s a Friday night takeaway or a trip to the cinema, we all reach a point where certain things feel too expensive.

How much are people prepared to pay?

So where exactly is the point where people decide enough is enough?

Well, the figures are in:

• pint of beer - £5.45
• glass of wine - £6.23
• takeaway coffee - £3.99
• takeaway sandwich from café/bakery - £4.79
• pastry from café/bakery - £3.73
• full English breakfast - £11.01
• portion of fish and chips - £10.97
• Sunday roast - £15.14
• takeaway pizza - £12.47
• burger and fries from a fast-food restaurant - £10.23
• manicure - £31.37
• pedicure - £31.48
• spray tan - £30.34
• haircut - £31.24

Budget for treats and luxuries

When you think of budgeting, you probably think of making sure you’ve got enough money to pay for essentials like food and bills - but that’s not the only part of it.

If you’re on top of how much money you’ve got coming in and going out, you can make sure you’re able to afford little treats, luxuries and experiences that enhance your life.

At the same time, you can be confident that you’re able to pay for vital expenses, as well as work out where savings can be made.

Check out our guide to how to create a budget to get started, and give our budget planner a try - it’s free and easy to use.