Finance

We spend £1.4 billion a year providing a range of services to the people of Sheffield.

 

Most people use a council service every day of their lives.  Schools, health protection, social services, refuse collection, recycling and leisure activities are just some of the many services meetings people's needs every day.

 

As with most things in life, setting the budget and the Council Tax is about getting a balance - providing services and improvements that Sheffield people need, while offering the best value for money.  We will be balancing the wish to keep Council Tax low with the need to protect and improve vital services.  This year's increase for Council Services will be 2.5%. The overall increase, to include the amount that you pay for the police and fire service is 2.8%, which is well below the national average of 4%.

 

Please refer to the following links for more information and in addition see Council Tax Leaflet and Budget Leaflet below: