What percentage of my bill goes to Watford?

All of your council tax (£2,343.00) goes to Watford.

What does most of my money go towards?

Bins, streets & environment takes the biggest share at 29% of the budget.

Is this council expensive compared to others?

This council charges £2.46 less than the average district council.

How much has my bill gone up this year?

Your bill went up by £107.00 (4.8%) from last year.

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Watford District Council

Watford District Council is a district council serving 101,800 residents. In 2025-26, Band D council tax is £2,343.00 — 4.8% more than last year. The council manages a total service budget of £25.5 million, with bins, streets & environment being the largest spending area at 29% of the total.