Woodley Town Council is calling on all local residents to have their say on the future of Town Council services by responding to a new community survey about the Town Council Tax element they pay each year. The feedback gathered will help shape how the Council plans its budget and delivers services for the 2026/27 financial year.
Over the past 13 years, Woodley Town Council has worked hard to minimise the financial burden on residents. The Council has delivered a 0% increase in the Town Council Tax for the last three years, and a total reduction of 7%(not adjusted for inflation) since 2011. Despite rising costs and increasing pressures, the Council remains committed to maintaining and improving the services that matter most to the community.
Current Precept Amount
Currently, the average Band D household pays £106.69 per year (£8.89 per month) to support local services and facilities including:
- Woodford Park, Malone Park, Wheble Park & Bulmershe open space
- The Garden of Remembrance, Reading Road allotments & Centre Stage
- Woodford Park Leisure Centre and Gym on the Park
- The Oakwood Centre & Alan Cornish Theatre
- Coronation and Chapel Halls
- Youth support services
- Community events, town centre activities, and commemorations
- Local grants for community organisations
We know how important these local facilities and services are to the people of Woodley. That’s why we’ve worked diligently to keep the Town Council Tax as low as possible without compromising the quality of what we provide. However, like all organisations, we are now facing increased costs. This survey gives you the chance to tell us directly how you would like us to move forward, whether that’s maintaining the current service levels or investing more in your community,” said Cllr Keith Baker, Leader of Woodley Town Council.
Choose How Much You Are Willing to Contribute to Support Local Services
Starting 11 August 2025, every household in Woodley will receive a copy of the survey by post, giving all residents the opportunity to participate. The deadline to respond is 12 September 2025.
The Council is inviting residents to choose one of five options that reflect how much more, if anything, they would be willing to contribute per month to maintain or enhance services:
- +89p per month
- +53p per month
- +18p per month
- 0p per month
- I believe my contribution should decrease.
Responding couldn’t be easier, simply tick your preferred option on the consultation card and post it in your local Royal Mail post box. No stamp is required, though using one will help save the Council money.
Come To the Public Meeting
Following the consultation, a public meeting will be held at the Oakwood Centre, where the results will be shared and discussed with residents.
Your voice matters. The more responses the Council receives, the better informed its decisions will be. Let’s shape the future of Woodley together.
For more information and to view the full precept details, please visit our Precept Page.
