What percentage of my bill goes to Sandwell?

All of your council tax (£2,133.00) goes to Sandwell.

What does most of my money go towards?

Education takes the biggest share at 46% of the budget.

Is this council expensive compared to others?

This council charges £163.75 less than the average metropolitan district.

How much has my bill gone up this year?

Your bill went up by £105.00 (5.2%) from last year.

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Sandwell Council

Sandwell Council is a metropolitan district serving 341,900 residents. In 2025-26, Band D council tax is £2,133.00 — 5.2% more than last year. The council manages a total service budget of £713.8 million, with education being the largest spending area at 46% of the total.