What percentage of my bill goes to Blackburn with Darwen?

All of your council tax (£2,337.00) goes to Blackburn with Darwen.

What does most of my money go towards?

Education takes the biggest share at 42% of the budget.

Is this council expensive compared to others?

This council charges £3.52 less than the average unitary authority.

How much has my bill gone up this year?

Your bill went up by £112.00 (5.0%) from last year.

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Blackburn with Darwen Council

Blackburn with Darwen Council is a unitary authority serving 154,200 residents. In 2025-26, Band D council tax is £2,337.00 — 5.0% more than last year. The council manages a total service budget of £342.9 million, with education being the largest spending area at 42% of the total.