Nine London councils dominate a rich list compiled from residents' parking permit revenue, with Wandsworth achieving an impressive £38.2 million from 2020 to 2024. The figures reveal a growing trend towards controlled parking zones that charge residents while preventing outsiders from parking on their streets. The overall income from parking permits across 128 councils in the UK reached nearly £360 million, pointing to local authorities increasingly relying on this source of revenue. Hillingdon saw the largest increase in income, reflecting changes in local parking policies.
According to the survey, councils across the UK generated almost 360m in residents' parking charges over the period. The growth indicates rising local authority reliance on parking permit revenue.
Wandsworth topped the list with an income of 38.2m between 2020 and 2024, showcasing a significant increase in funds derived from controlled parking zones.
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