What percentage of my bill goes to Folkestone & Hythe?

In 2025-26, all of your council tax (£2,437.00) goes to Folkestone & Hythe.

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 £86.05 more than the average district council.

How much has my bill gone up this year?

Your Band D bill went up by £102.00 (4.2%) from 2025-26 to 2026-27.

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Folkestone & Hythe District Council

Folkestone & Hythe District Council is a district council serving 113,800 residents. In 2026-27, Band D council tax is £2,539.00 — 4.2% more than last year. The council manages a total service budget of £21.3 million. Here's where your council tax goes: bins, streets & environment takes the biggest share at £8.2 million (39%), followed by running the council at £4.2 million (20%) and planning at £3.3 million (15%).