Buckinghamshire UA collected £2.9 million in parking surplus during 2024-25, including £140,000 from penalty charge notices (PCNs). Data source: DLUHC Revenue Outturn 2024-25.
on 10 April 2026
Buckinghamshire Unitary Authority (UA) generates a notable parking surplus of £2.9 million, ranking it 87th out of 282 councils in the UK according to DLUHC Revenue Outturn 2024-25 data.
How Much Does Buckinghamshire UA Make from Parking?
Buckinghamshire UA collects a significant amount of income through parking fees and fines. With a total surplus of £2.9 million, this revenue is generated primarily from on-street parking (£1.8 million) and off-street parking (£9.0 million). The total parking income for the authority amounts to £10.8 million, with an expenditure of £8.0 million.
Penalty charge notices (PCNs) account for a smaller but still significant portion of this income at just £140,000. This means that PCN income represents approximately 1.3% of the total parking revenue collected by Buckinghamshire UA. Despite being relatively small compared to other sources, PCNs contribute to the overall financial surplus.
How Does Buckinghamshire UA Compare to Other Councils?
Buckinghamshire UA ranks 87th out of 282 councils in terms of parking surplus according to DLUHC Revenue Outturn 2024-25 data. This places it among the mid-tier of local authorities generating significant revenue from parking charges and fines.
The top-ranking councils generate 10 times or more income than the average, highlighting a disparity between high-earning and lower-earning authorities. For instance, the national total surplus across all councils is £1,144.5 million, with Buckinghamshire UA's share being relatively modest in comparison to leading councils.
According to the DLUHC Revenue Outturn 2024-25, buckinghamshire ua generated a parking surplus of £2.9 million in 2024-25
What Are Your Rights When You Get a Parking Fine in Buckinghamshire UA?
When you receive a parking fine (PCN) from either the council or a private operator in Buckinghamshire UA, it's important to understand your rights and options for challenging these charges. Council PCNs are governed by specific rules that differ from those applied to fines issued by private operators.
Council-issued PCNs allow you to take advantage of a 14-day period during which you can pay half the fine amount if you dispute the charge formally within this timeframe. If unsuccessful, you may appeal through the Traffic Penalty Tribunal. For private parking charges, depending on whether the operator belongs to Parking on Private Land Accreditation Scheme (POPLA) or Independent Appeals Service (IAS), you have different routes for appealing.
The Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 also outlines rules regarding keeper liability, ensuring that fines are issued correctly and legally before they can be enforced.
According to the Traffic Penalty Tribunal, you can appeal a council parking fine for free through the traffic penalty tribunal
How to Appeal a Parking Fine in Buckinghamshire UA
Appealing a parking fine involves several steps:
- Step 1: Begin with an informal challenge within 28 days of receiving the notice. For council PCNs, this period is reduced to 14 days if you wish to retain eligibility for the 50% discount.
- Step 2: If an informal challenge doesn't resolve the issue, formal representation can be sought after a Notice to Owner has been issued. This involves providing detailed evidence and reasons why you believe the charge should be dismissed.
- Step 3: Should your case remain unresolved, you have the right to seek independent appeal through either the Traffic Penalty Tribunal for council PCNs or POPLA/IAS for private parking charges.
you can also complain directly to your local council at no cost. you don't need a claims management company; the entire process is free and designed to be accessible to all residents and visitors in Buckinghamshire UA.
Sources
- DLUHC Revenue Outturn 2024-25
- Traffic Penalty Tribunal
- Protection of Freedoms Act 2012
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