What percentage of my bill goes to Brentwood?

In 2025-26, all of your council tax (£2,167.00) goes to Brentwood.

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 £194.95 less than the average district council.

How much has my bill gone up this year?

Your Band D bill went up by £91.00 (4.2%) from 2025-26 to 2026-27.

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Brentwood District Council

Brentwood District Council is a district council serving 78,200 residents. In 2026-27, Band D council tax is £2,258.00 — 4.2% more than last year. The council manages a total service budget of £13.8 million. Here's where your council tax goes: bins, streets & environment takes the biggest share at £4.5 million (33%), followed by planning at £3.2 million (23%) and running the council at £3.1 million (23%).