What percentage of my bill goes to Sefton?

All of your council tax (£2,461.00) goes to Sefton.

What does most of my money go towards?

Education takes the biggest share at 44% of the budget.

Is this council expensive compared to others?

This council charges £164.25 more than the average metropolitan district.

How much has my bill gone up this year?

Your bill went up by £122.00 (5.2%) from last year.

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Sefton Council

Sefton Council is a metropolitan district serving 278,200 residents. In 2025-26, Band D council tax is £2,461.00 — 5.2% more than last year. The council manages a total service budget of £524.7 million, with education being the largest spending area at 44% of the total.