What percentage of my bill goes to Lancaster?

In 2025-26, all of your council tax (£2,408.00) goes to Lancaster.

What does most of my money go towards?

Bins, streets & environment takes the biggest share at 34% of the budget.

Is this council expensive compared to others?

In 2026-27, this council charges £50.05 more than the average district council.

How much has my bill gone up this year?

Your Band D bill went up by £95.00 (3.9%) from 2025-26 to 2026-27.

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Lancaster District Council

Lancaster District Council is a district council serving 147,900 residents. In 2026-27, Band D council tax is £2,503.00 — 3.9% more than last year. The council manages a total service budget of £23.5 million. Here's where your council tax goes: bins, streets & environment takes the biggest share at £7.9 million (34%), followed by running the council at £5.0 million (21%) and parks, libraries & leisure at £4.7 million (20%).