Barking & Dagenham generates a notable parking surplus of £9.0 million from its parking operations, ranking it 34th out of 282 councils in the UK according to the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) Revenue Outturn 2024-25 data. This significant revenue is driven primarily by on-street parking income.
on 09 April 2026
How Much Does Barking & Dagenham Make from Parking?
Barking & Dagenham's total parking income stands at £82.1 million, with a substantial surplus of £9.0 million after accounting for expenditures of £73.1 million. This financial performance is driven almost entirely by on-street parking income, which amounts to the full £82.1 million, while off-street parking brings in no revenue (£0,000). The primary source of this income is penalty charge notices (PCNs), contributing a hefty £81.3 million, or 99% of total income.
How Does Barking & Dagenham Compare to Other Councils?
Barking & Dagenham ranks 34th out of 282 councils in terms of parking surplus, according to the latest figures from the DLUHC Revenue Outturn. This places it among the top quarter of local authorities in terms of parking income generation. However, it's important to note that some councils generate significantly more than Barking & Dagenham; for instance, the highest-ranking council earns over 10 times the average surplus per council. The national total parking surplus across all UK councils is £1,144.5 million, with a collective PCN income of £739.5 million.
What Are Your Rights When You Get a Parking Fine in Barking & Dagenham?
When you receive a penalty charge notice (PCN) from the council or a private parking operator in Barking & Dagenham, you should understand your rights and the procedures for contesting these charges. If the PCN is issued by the local authority itself, such as Barking & Dagenham Council, you have specific rights:
- Council PCNs: You're entitled to a 14-day period during which you can pay half of the fine and receive a discount. After this, you may formally challenge the penalty with the council. If your appeal is unsuccessful, you can take it further by applying for a review at the Traffic Penalty Tribunal.
- Private PCNs: Charges issued by private operators are subject to different rules. You should check which trade body the operator belongs to and follow their specific process; typically, these involve appealing through POPLA (Parking on Private Land Appeals) or IAS (Independent Appeals Service).
Under the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012, vehicles can be clamped based on keeper liability rules when parked in a controlled private car park. This means that if your vehicle is clamped while you're not present, and there's no resident driver to claim responsibility, the registered keeper (the person who owns or has legal possession of the vehicle) may receive a penalty charge notice.
According to the DLUHC Revenue Outturn 2024-25, barking & dagenham generated a parking surplus of £9.0 million in 2024-25
How to Appeal a Parking Fine in Barking & Dagenham
The process for appealing a parking fine in Barking & Dagenham involves several steps:
- Step 1: Informally challenge the PCN within 28 days, or specifically 14 days if it's issued by the council (to retain the discount).
- Step 2: Once you receive a Notice to Owner from the local authority, proceed with formal representation.
- Step 3: Finally, you can apply for an independent appeal through either the Traffic Penalty Tribunal for council PCNs or POPLA/IAS for private parking charges.
It's important to know that you don't need a claims management company; the entire appeals process is free. if you feel there has been a breach of your rights during the initial stages of handling your case, you can lodge a complaint directly with Barking & Dagenham Council without cost.
According to the Traffic Penalty Tribunal, you can appeal a council parking fine for free through the traffic penalty tribunal
Sources
- DLUHC Revenue Outturn 2024-25
- Traffic Penalty Tribunal
- Protection of Freedoms Act 2012
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