What percentage of my bill goes to Barnsley?

All of your council tax (£1,886.00) goes to Barnsley.

What does most of my money go towards?

Education takes the biggest share at 37% of the budget.

Is this council expensive compared to others?

This council charges £410.75 less than the average metropolitan district.

How much has my bill gone up this year?

Your bill went up by £88.00 (4.9%) from last year.

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Barnsley Council

Barnsley Council is a metropolitan district serving 246,400 residents. In 2025-26, Band D council tax is £1,886.00 — 4.9% more than last year. The council manages a total service budget of £449.0 million, with education being the largest spending area at 37% of the total.