What percentage of my bill goes to Basildon?

In 2025-26, all of your council tax (£2,245.00) goes to Basildon.

What does most of my money go towards?

Bins, streets & environment takes the biggest share at 33% of the budget.

Is this council expensive compared to others?

In 2026-27, this council charges £125.95 less than the average district council.

How much has my bill gone up this year?

Your Band D bill went up by £82.00 (3.7%) from 2025-26 to 2026-27.

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Basildon District Council

Basildon District Council is a district council serving 187,800 residents. In 2026-27, Band D council tax is £2,327.00 — 3.7% more than last year. The council manages a total service budget of £40.9 million. Here's where your council tax goes: bins, streets & environment takes the biggest share at £13.5 million (33%), followed by running the council at £10.4 million (26%) and parks, libraries & leisure at £7.5 million (18%).