What percentage of my bill goes to Newcastle-under-Lyme?

In 2025-26, all of your council tax (£2,245.00) goes to Newcastle-under-Lyme.

What does most of my money go towards?

Bins, streets & environment takes the biggest share at 45% of the budget.

Is this council expensive compared to others?

In 2026-27, this council charges £118.95 less than the average district council.

How much has my bill gone up this year?

Your Band D bill went up by £89.00 (4.0%) from 2025-26 to 2026-27.

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Newcastle-under-Lyme District Council

Newcastle-under-Lyme District Council is a district council serving 129,700 residents. In 2026-27, Band D council tax is £2,334.00 — 4.0% more than last year. The council manages a total service budget of £16.1 million. Here's where your council tax goes: bins, streets & environment takes the biggest share at £7.2 million (45%), followed by parks, libraries & leisure at £2.7 million (17%) and running the council at £2.7 million (16%).