What percentage of my bill goes to Dover?

In 2025-26, all of your council tax (£2,364.00) goes to Dover.

What does most of my money go towards?

Bins, streets & environment takes the biggest share at 39% of the budget.

Is this council expensive compared to others?

In 2026-27, this council charges £9.05 more than the average district council.

How much has my bill gone up this year?

Your Band D bill went up by £98.00 (4.1%) from 2025-26 to 2026-27.

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Dover District Council

Dover District Council is a district council serving 119,768 residents. In 2026-27, Band D council tax is £2,462.00 — 4.1% more than last year. The council manages a total service budget of £28.3 million. Here's where your council tax goes: bins, streets & environment takes the biggest share at £11.0 million (39%), followed by running the council at £6.3 million (22%) and housing at £5.5 million (19%).