Mon, 31 Mar 2025

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 Which bills are going up in Surrey?

As bills start to rise from April 1, what should residents in Surrey expect in terms of their costs?

* Many household bills will increase, including: + Water bills: Thames Water customers face a 31% hike, Affinity Water's non-metered customers will see a 29% rise, and South East Water's bills will go up by 20%. + Gas and electricity bills: An annual energy bill for a typical household will cost £111 more, making it £1,849. + Tax on cars registered after April 2017 + Broadband, phone, and TV licences
* In Surrey, the average band D home will see its water bill increase by over £100 compared to last year.
* The majority of the increased costs will go to local councils, including: + Surrey County Council: 4.99% increase + Borough and district councils: 2.99% increase + Surrey Police: 4.3% increase
* Other costs that may increase include: + Minimum wage increases + Wages outpacing inflation
* Some options are available for people struggling financially, including: + Debt support programmes + Payment breaks + Discounts in certain circumstances + Assistance from local councils, water companies, and energy suppliers
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