What percentage of my bill goes to South Hams?

In 2025-26, all of your council tax (£2,492.00) goes to South Hams.

What does most of my money go towards?

Bins, streets & environment takes the biggest share at 56% of the budget.

Is this council expensive compared to others?

In 2026-27, this council charges £162.05 more than the average district council.

How much has my bill gone up this year?

Your Band D bill went up by £123.00 (4.9%) from 2025-26 to 2026-27.

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South Hams District Council

South Hams District Council is a district council serving 88,200 residents. In 2026-27, Band D council tax is £2,615.00 — 4.9% more than last year. The council manages a total service budget of £16.2 million. Here's where your council tax goes: bins, streets & environment takes the biggest share at £9.1 million (56%), followed by running the council at £3.4 million (21%) and planning at £2.3 million (14%).