What percentage of my bill goes to Wakefield?

All of your council tax (£2,186.00) goes to Wakefield.

What does most of my money go towards?

Education takes the biggest share at 33% of the budget.

Is this council expensive compared to others?

This council charges £110.75 less than the average metropolitan district.

How much has my bill gone up this year?

Your bill went up by £106.00 (5.1%) from last year.

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Wakefield Council

Wakefield Council is a metropolitan district serving 352,600 residents. In 2025-26, Band D council tax is £2,186.00 — 5.1% more than last year. The council manages a total service budget of £600.7 million, with education being the largest spending area at 33% of the total.