Parking Fines in Broadland — £-17,000 Surplus [2024-25]

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Parking Fines in Broadland — £-17,000 Surplus [2024-25]

Last updated: 14 April 2026

Broadland collected £-17,000 in parking surplus during 2024-25, including £0,000 from penalty charge notices (PCNs). Data source: DLUHC Revenue Outturn 2024-25.

on 14 April 2026

How Much Does Broadland Make from Parking?

Broadland District Council reported a parking deficit of £17,000 in DLUHC Revenue Outturn 2024-25, ranking 248 out of 282 councils by parking surplus. This means that the council spends more on parking services than it collects in revenue. To break down the figures further, Broadland's total parking income amounts to £1,000, which is entirely from off-street parking as there was no reported income from PCNs or on-street parking. The off-street parking income represents 100% of the total income since other sources did not generate any revenue.

How Does Broadland Compare to Other Councils?

Broadland's deficit ranking reflects a challenging financial situation compared to other councils in England. With a national total parking surplus of £1,144.5 million and PCN income amounting to £739.5 million nationally, the top-performing councils often generate ten times or more revenue than Broadland does. This disparity highlights the significant financial challenges faced by smaller districts like Broadland in managing their parking services sustainably.

What Are Your Rights When You Get a Parking Fine in Broadland?

When you receive a parking fine in Broadland, it's important to understand whether it's issued by the council or a private entity. Council-issued Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs) come with specific procedures for challenge and appeal, while private PCNs require adherence to different rules set by trade bodies such as POPLA or IAS.

For council-issued PCNs in Broadland:

You have a 14-day period within which you can pay half the fine to claim a discount.
After this initial phase, formal challenges must be submitted through an informal representation process before receiving a Notice to Owner (NTO).
If unsuccessful at the NTO stage, you may appeal independently via the Traffic Penalty Tribunal.

For private PCNs:

The process varies depending on whether the operator belongs to POPLA or IAS.
You must follow their specific procedures for formal challenge and independent appeals.

According to the DLUHC Revenue Outturn 2024-25, broadland generated a parking surplus of £-17,000 in 2024-25

It's also important to know that under the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012, the liability for parking fines defaults to the vehicle keeper unless they can prove otherwise. This means you need to carefully review any notice received and respond promptly according to the outlined steps.

How to Appeal a Parking Fine in Broadland

Appealing a parking fine in Broadland involves several clear steps:

Step 1: Informally challenge the PCN within 28 days (or within 14 days if it's a council PCN to retain the discount).
Step 2: Once you receive a Notice to Owner, submit formal representations against the charge.
Step 3: If your case isn't resolved at this stage, proceed with an independent appeal through either the Traffic Penalty Tribunal for council PCNs or POPLA/IAS for private charges.

Throughout these processes, remember that appealing a parking fine in Broadland is free of charge. You don't need to involve claims management companies; the entire process can be handled independently without additional costs. This ensures transparency and accessibility in resolving parking disputes fairly.

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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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Broadland make from parking fines?

Broadland collected £0,000 in penalty charge notice (PCN) income in 2024-25, with a total parking surplus of £-17,000. This ranks them 248 out of 282 councils in England by parking surplus. Data source: DLUHC Revenue Outturn 2024-25.

How do I appeal a parking fine in Broadland?

For council-issued PCNs in Broadland, you can make an informal challenge within 28 days (14 days to keep the 50% early payment discount). If rejected, make a formal representation after the Notice to Owner. If that fails, appeal free to the Traffic Penalty Tribunal. For private parking charges, appeal to POPLA (BPA operators) or IAS (IPC operators). You do not need a claims management company.

What is the difference between a council PCN and a private parking charge in Broadland?

Council PCNs in Broadland are issued under statutory authority and can be enforced through the county court. Private parking charges are contractual invoices under the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 — they carry no criminal penalty and you can challenge them through independent appeals services (POPLA or IAS) for free.

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