What percentage of my bill goes to Salford?

All of your council tax (£2,452.00) goes to Salford.

What does most of my money go towards?

Education takes the biggest share at 47% of the budget.

Is this council expensive compared to others?

This council charges £155.25 more than the average metropolitan district.

How much has my bill gone up this year?

Your bill went up by £128.00 (5.5%) from last year.

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Salford Council

Salford Council is a metropolitan district serving 273,400 residents. In 2025-26, Band D council tax is £2,452.00 — 5.5% more than last year. The council manages a total service budget of £545.6 million, with education being the largest spending area at 47% of the total.