What percentage of my bill goes to Gateshead?

All of your council tax (£2,578.00) goes to Gateshead.

What does most of my money go towards?

Education takes the biggest share at 37% of the budget.

Is this council expensive compared to others?

This council charges £281.25 more than the average metropolitan district.

How much has my bill gone up this year?

Your bill went up by £127.00 (5.2%) from last year.

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Gateshead Council

Gateshead Council is a metropolitan district serving 195,500 residents. In 2025-26, Band D council tax is £2,578.00 — 5.2% more than last year. The council manages a total service budget of £402.0 million, with education being the largest spending area at 37% of the total.