Havant generates a notable parking surplus of £1.5 million in 2024-25, ranking it 124th out of 282 councils according to DLUHC Revenue Outturn 2024-25 data. This significant revenue is largely driven by off-street parking income, which accounts for the entire £2.2 million total parking income recorded. Havant doesn't generate any income from PCNs (penalty charge notices) or on-street parking charges.
on 14 April 2026
How Much Does Havant Make from Parking?
Havant's significant revenue from parking is primarily attributed to off-street parking facilities, which contribute £2.2 million towards the total income. The town generates no income from penalty charge notices (PCNs), and there's no reported income from on-street parking charges either. This means that Havant's entire parking surplus of £1.5 million comes exclusively from its off-street parking operations.
To break it down further, the town doesn't rely on PCN income to bolster its parking revenue, as this figure stands at £0. PCNs represent 0% of the total parking income in Havant, which is quite different compared to many other councils where PCN income plays a significant role.
According to the DLUHC Revenue Outturn 2024-25, havant generated a parking surplus of £1.5 million in 2024-25
How Does Havant Compare to Other Councils?
Havant's position at number 124 out of 282 councils in terms of parking surplus highlights its significant revenue generation. However, it's important to note that the top-performing councils generate more than ten times the average surplus, indicating a wide disparity between leading and lower-ranking councils.
For context, some top-performing councils can earn upwards of £10 million or more from parking surpluses, whereas Havant's figure of £1.5 million is relatively modest in comparison to these leaders but substantial within its own context as an off-street income-driven council.
What Are Your Rights When You Get a Parking Fine in Havant?
When receiving a penalty charge notice (PCN) or a parking fine in Havant, you should understand the distinction between council and private PCNs. Council PCNs adhere to specific rules that differ from those issued by private entities for off-street parking.
For council-issued PCNs, drivers have an opportunity to challenge these charges informally within 14 days of receipt to qualify for a 50% discount. If the informal challenge is unsuccessful, formal representation can be made after receiving a Notice to Owner (NTO). Should this fail, further independent appeal processes are available through Traffic Penalty Tribunals.
Private PCNs issued by off-street parking operators follow different procedures. These may involve appealing to POPLA (Parking On Private Land Appeals) or IAS (Independent Adjudication Service), depending on the operator's affiliation with a specific trade body.
The Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 also plays a important role in determining liability for parking fines, as it specifies that responsibility lies with the registered keeper of the vehicle unless they can prove otherwise. This means if you're not the owner but merely driving someone else's car, you have legal grounds to contest under this act.
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 Havant
The process of appealing a parking fine in Havant involves several steps:
- Informal Challenge: Within 28 days (or 14 days for council PCNs to maintain the discount), drivers can submit an informal challenge.
- Formal Representation: Following receipt of a Notice to Owner, formal representation can be initiated.
- Independent Appeal: Council-issued fines may be appealed through Traffic Penalty Tribunals, while private off-street parking charges are handled by POPLA or IAS depending on the operator's affiliation.
Havant residents have the right to directly complain about parking issues to their local council without cost. This is an important fact to remember as it highlights that there's no need for a claims management company; the appeal process itself is free and accessible to all motorists.
By understanding these rights and processes, drivers in Havant can effectively manage and challenge unfair or incorrect parking fines, ensuring they're treated fairly under both council regulations and private agreements.
According to the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012, private parking charges are contractual invoices, not criminal fines, under schedule 4 of the act
Sources
- DLUHC Revenue Outturn 2024-25
- Traffic Penalty Tribunal
- Protection of Freedoms Act 2012
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