Woking BC collected £2.8 million in parking surplus during 2024-25, including £0,000 from penalty charge notices (PCNs). Data source: DLUHC Revenue Outturn 2024-25.
on 10 April 2026
Woking Borough Council generates a notable surplus of £2.8 million from parking operations, ranking them 90th out of 282 councils in the country based on DLUHC Revenue Outturn 2024-25 data.
How Much Does Woking BC Make from Parking?
The significant revenue generated by Woking Borough Council can be attributed to their off-street parking income, which stands at £7.1 million. Interestingly, there's no recorded PCN (penalty charge notice) income or on-street parking income reported for the council. This means that the entirety of Woking BC's parking income comes from off-street sources such as car parks and multi-storey facilities.
The parking surplus of £2.8 million highlights how effectively Woking BC manages its parking operations to generate a substantial revenue stream without relying on penalty charge notices. The absence of PCN income suggests that the council's enforcement policies might be designed more towards compliance rather than generating fines, which could indicate an emphasis on user fees and charges over penalties.
How Does Woking BC Compare to Other Councils?
Woking Borough Council ranks 90th out of 282 councils in terms of parking surplus. The top-performing councils generate upwards of £1 million each, which is ten times or more the average surplus generated by most local authorities. This ranking suggests that while Woking BC's revenue from parking operations is significant, there are many other councils that have been even more successful in this area.
The national total parking surplus for all 282 councils combined is £1,144.5 million, with PCN income contributing £739.5 million to the overall figure. Given these figures, it's clear that a substantial portion of the total revenue generated from parking operations across the country comes from penalty charge notices.
According to the DLUHC Revenue Outturn 2024-25, woking bc generated a parking surplus of £2.8 million in 2024-25
What Are Your Rights When You Get a Parking Fine in Woking BC?
When you receive a penalty charge notice (PCN) in Woking BC, it's important to understand whether the fine is issued by the council itself or a private operator. The rules and procedures differ based on this distinction.
For Council PCNs:
- You have up to 14 days to pay the full amount with a 50% discount.
- After the discount period ends but within 28 days, you can make an informal challenge to the council.
- If your appeal isn't successful at the informal stage, formal representation against the Notice to Owner (NTO) issued by the Traffic Warden follows.
- Should your challenge fail here too, you have the option to take it further to a Traffic Penalty Tribunal.
For Private PCNs:
- These are typically handled through either POPLA or IAS appeals, depending on which trade body the operator belongs to.
- You should follow their specific procedures for contesting private fines.
According to the Traffic Penalty Tribunal, you can appeal a council parking fine for free through the traffic penalty tribunal
It's also important to note that under the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012, vehicle keepers can be liable for parking charges if they're in possession and control of a vehicle. This means you could be held responsible even if someone else was driving your car when it received a fine.
How to Appeal a Parking Fine in Woking BC
The process for appealing a parking fine issued by either the council or a private operator involves several steps:
For Council PCNs:
- Step 1: Informal challenge within 28 days, but pay with the 50% discount if it's within 14 days to retain eligibility.
- Step 2: Formal representation after receiving a Notice to Owner from the Traffic Warden.
- Step 3: Independent appeal through the Traffic Penalty Tribunal.
According to the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012, private parking charges are contractual invoices, not criminal fines, under schedule 4 of the act
For Private PCNs:
- Step 1: Informal challenge directly with the operator within 28 days of receipt.
- Step 2: Formal representation if the initial informal challenge isn't successful.
- Step 3: Independent appeal to POPLA or IAS, based on which trade body the private operator belongs.
You can complain directly to your council for free without needing to hire a claims management company. The process is designed to be accessible and doesn't require additional fees for legal representation.
By following these steps and understanding your rights, you can effectively deal with the parking fine appeals system in Woking BC, ensuring that any potential errors or misunderstandings are addressed promptly and fairly.
Sources
- DLUHC Revenue Outturn 2024-25
- Traffic Penalty Tribunal
- Protection of Freedoms Act 2012
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