Northumberland UA collected £1.1 million 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
Northumberland Unitary Authority (UA) generates a parking surplus of £1.1 million, placing it at rank 147 out of 282 councils in the country according to DLUHC Revenue Outturn 2024-25 data. This significant revenue is largely due to off-street parking income, with no reported income from penalty charge notices (PCNs) or on-street parking charges.
How Much Does Northumberland UA Make from Parking?
Northumberland Unitary Authority's total parking income stands at £3.8 million, while the expenditure amounts to £2.8 million, resulting in a surplus of £1.1 million. The revenue breakdown reveals that all earnings come exclusively from off-street parking; there's no reported PCN income or on-street parking income for Northumberland UA, meaning that this source contributes nothing towards their total income.
This substantial income from off-street parking highlights the importance of private car parks and other such facilities within the region. The absence of PCN revenue suggests that either the council doesn't issue many parking fines or that these are managed by external bodies rather than directly by Northumberland UA itself.
How Does Northumberland UA Compare to Other Councils?
Ranking 147 out of 282 councils, Northumberland Unitary Authority is in a mid-range position when it comes to generating a parking surplus. The top-performing councils can generate ten times or more than the average surplus, indicating a wide disparity across local authorities.
National figures show that the total national parking surplus is £1,144.5 million, with PCN income contributing £739.5 million towards this figure. Northumberland UA's revenue structure diverges from this trend, focusing heavily on off-street facilities rather than relying on fines or street enforcement measures.
According to the DLUHC Revenue Outturn 2024-25, northumberland ua generated a parking surplus of £1.1 million in 2024-25
What Are Your Rights When You Get a Parking Fine in Northumberland UA?
If you receive a penalty charge notice (PCN) in Northumberland UA, it's important to distinguish between Council PCNs and private parking charges. A Council PCN issued by Northumberland UA allows for an informal challenge within 14 days where the fine can be reduced by half if paid promptly. After this period, formal challenges can still be made through Notice to Owner procedures leading up to a Traffic Penalty Tribunal appeal.
For private car park operators, such as those managing multi-storey facilities or other off-street parking lots, the rules differ. These charges are typically handled via POPLA (Parking on Private Land Appeals) if the operator belongs to an associated trade body, or IAS (Independent Assessment Service) for others. The Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 sets out keeper liability rules, which means that the registered keeper of a vehicle can be held responsible for parking fines incurred under their name.
How to Appeal a Parking Fine in Northumberland UA
The process begins with an informal challenge within 28 days of receiving the notice, or 14 days specifically for Council PCNs if you wish to keep any discount available. After this initial stage, formal representation can be pursued upon receipt of Notice to Owner.
Following these steps, independent appeals are possible through either Traffic Penalty Tribunal (for council-issued fines) or POPLA/IAS (for private operators). You have the right to complain directly to your local council without incurring additional costs. you don't need a claims management company; the appeal process remains free throughout.
By understanding these rights and processes, motorists can deal with the complexities of parking fines more effectively while ensuring they're aware of their legal standing within Northumberland Unitary Authority's jurisdiction.
Sources
- DLUHC Revenue Outturn 2024-25
- Traffic Penalty Tribunal
- Protection of Freedoms Act 2012
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