What percentage of my bill goes to Manchester?

All of your council tax (£2,183.00) goes to Manchester.

What does most of my money go towards?

Education takes the biggest share at 39% of the budget.

Is this council expensive compared to others?

This council charges £113.75 less than the average metropolitan district.

How much has my bill gone up this year?

Your bill went up by £115.00 (5.6%) from last year.

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Manchester Council

Manchester Council is a metropolitan district serving 589,670 residents. In 2025-26, Band D council tax is £2,183.00 — 5.6% more than last year. The council manages a total service budget of £1.3 billion, with education being the largest spending area at 39% of the total.