What percentage of my bill goes to Bolton?

All of your council tax (£2,267.00) goes to Bolton.

What does most of my money go towards?

Education takes the biggest share at 48% of the budget.

Is this council expensive compared to others?

This council charges £29.75 less than the average metropolitan district.

How much has my bill gone up this year?

Your bill went up by £120.00 (5.6%) from last year.

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Bolton Council

Bolton Council is a metropolitan district serving 292,700 residents. In 2025-26, Band D council tax is £2,267.00 — 5.6% more than last year. The council manages a total service budget of £577.5 million, with education being the largest spending area at 48% of the total.