York UA collected £8.2 million in parking surplus during 2024-25, including £596,000 from penalty charge notices (PCNs). Data source: DLUHC Revenue Outturn 2024-25.
on 09 April 2026
York Unitary Authority (UA) generates a notable parking surplus of £8.2 million in the financial year 2024-25, ranking 35th out of 282 councils across England. This significant revenue is largely driven by substantial income from both on-street and off-street parking facilities.
How Much Does York UA Make from Parking?
York UA's total parking income for the financial year 2024-25 stands at £12.0 million, with a surplus of £8.2 million after accounting for expenditure of £3.8 million. The breakdown of this revenue is as follows:
- On-street parking: £2.1 million
- Off-street parking: £9.9 million
The council also generates income from Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs), with a total of £596,000 in PCN income. This represents approximately 4.97% of the total parking income generated by York UA.
How Does York UA Compare to Other Councils?
York UA ranks 35th out of 282 councils when it comes to generating a parking surplus, according to DLUHC Revenue Outturn 2024-25 data. The top-performing councils can earn more than ten times the average revenue from parking fines and charges compared to their counterparts in less lucrative areas.
What Are Your Rights When You Get a Parking Fine in York UA?
When faced with a penalty charge notice (PCN) in York, it's important to understand whether you're dealing with a council PCN or a private parking charge. Each type has different rules and procedures for handling disputes:
- Council PCNs: If the fine comes from York UA itself, you have 14 days to pay the full amount or take advantage of a 50% discount by paying within this period. After receiving a Notice to Owner, you can formally challenge the charge and then appeal through the Traffic Penalty Tribunal if necessary.
- Private PCNs: These are issued by private entities that operate parking facilities on behalf of York UA or other bodies. Depending on which trade body the operator belongs to (e.g., ParkingEye or PayByPhone), you may need to appeal through POPLA or IAS.
under the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012, vehicle keepers are generally liable for parking fines unless they can prove otherwise. This act aims to protect drivers from unfair enforcement practices and ensures that only those responsible for a vehicle's misuse are penalised.
According to the DLUHC Revenue Outturn 2024-25, york ua generated a parking surplus of £8.2 million in 2024-25
How to Appeal a Parking Fine in York UA
The process for appealing a PCN in York is straightforward:
- Informal challenge: Within 28 days of receiving the notice, you can informally dispute the charge directly with the council or private operator. For council PCNs, paying within 14 days will preserve your right to the 50% discount.
- Formal representation: If an informal challenge is unsuccessful, York UA may issue a Notice to Owner, prompting you to formally represent your case before the independent appeal body.
- Independent appeal: For council PCNs, this involves appealing to the Traffic Penalty Tribunal; for private PCNs issued by operators like ParkingEye or PayByPhone, you would use POPLA (Parking on Private Land Appeals) or IAS (Independent Appeals Service), respectively.
You don't need a claims management company for any of these steps. The entire process is free, and you can make complaints to your council directly without incurring any fees. York UA emphasises the availability of these options to ensure that all motorists have equal opportunities to contest unfair parking fines.
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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