From April 1, North Wales households will see a £123 rise in water bills, averaging £603 annually, due to significant increases across the region.
North Wales: Households will face a £123 increase in yearly water bills starting April 1. This means the average bill will jump from £480 to £603. That’s about £10 more each month.
Some areas will see even bigger hikes. Southern Water customers will face a 47% increase. Other companies like Thames Water and Yorkshire Water will also raise their bills significantly.
The average Southern Water bill will reach £703. Your bill may vary based on whether you’re metered and how much water you use. If you’re worried, reach out to your water company for help.
These increases are higher than what was announced by Ofwat last Christmas. The Consumer Council for Water says more support is needed for families struggling with these rising costs.
Water UK plans to invest £20 billion from April 2025 to March 2026. This is the highest spending ever in a single year. They aim to build new reservoirs and upgrade wastewater treatment facilities.
They’ll also help over three million households with their bills through a £4.1 billion support package over the next five years. If you’re concerned, contact your water company for assistance.
Despite the increases, water bills are only about 5% higher than in 2010 when adjusted for inflation. Water UK acknowledges that rising bills are tough for many families.
CCW highlights that these increases are the largest since the water industry was privatized. Many customers are already struggling, and the situation could worsen without better financial support.
These hikes come amid ongoing issues with sewage spills and under-investment in infrastructure. Some companies are still raising dividends for shareholders, despite the challenges faced by customers.
