Wychavon, a Shire District Council in England, runs a modest parking surplus of £846,000 during the 2024-25 fiscal year. Ranked 160 out of 282 councils by DLUHC Revenue Outturn 2024-25, Wychavon's surplus is part of a broader national trend where parking revenues and penalties vary widely across different local authorities.
on 14 April 2026
How Much Does Wychavon Make from Parking?
Wychavon earns a total of £3.1 million in parking income for the fiscal year 2024-25, with an expenditure of £2.2 million, resulting in a surplus of £846,000. The breakdown shows that Wychavon generates £433,000 from on-street parking and £2.7 million from off-street parking. Penalty charge notices (PCNs) contribute significantly to the revenue stream, with PCN income standing at £109,000 or approximately 3.5% of total parking income.
How Does Wychavon Compare to Other Councils?
Wychavon's ranking of 160 out of 282 councils reflects a modest surplus compared to the national average. While some top-performing councils make ten times more than the average, Wychavon's £846,000 places it in the mid-range for parking surpluses across England.
What Are Your Rights When You Get a Parking Fine in Wychavon?
If you receive a penalty charge notice (PCN) from Wychavon, you must understand that there are different rules depending on whether the fine is issued by the council or a private operator. For council-issued PCNs, drivers have a 14-day window to pay half the amount and avoid full charges. Formal challenges can be made after receiving a Notice to Owner, followed by an appeal to the Traffic Penalty Tribunal if necessary.
Private parking charge notices follow different procedures depending on the trade body of the operator involved. Appeals for these are handled through either POPLA or IAS. The Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 outlines keeper liability rules, which can affect who receives and must respond to a PCN.
How to Appeal a Parking Fine in Wychavon
To challenge a parking fine issued by Wychavon, follow these steps:
- Step 1: Informally contest the charge within 28 days or use the 14-day discount period for council fines.
- Step 2: Submit formal representation after receiving a Notice to Owner if the informal challenge isn't successful.
- Step 3: Lodge an independent appeal with the Traffic Penalty Tribunal for council PCNs, or POPLA/IAS for private PCNs.
you don't need a claims management company to appeal; the process is free and can be initiated directly through your local Wychavon council office. This ensures that drivers have direct access to fair dispute resolution mechanisms without incurring additional costs.
Sources
- DLUHC Revenue Outturn 2024-25
- Traffic Penalty Tribunal
- Protection of Freedoms Act 2012
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