Water bills in the North West are set to rise once again this April, but what’s most gutting is that we’re going to see the highest increase in the country in our region. In England and Wales, most households will see a hike this spring, with further rises planned over the next three years.
The exact level of the water bill rise depends on where you live, but the average bill hike will be 5.4%/£33 a year on a typical bill. Some regions will see worse hikes than others – for example, Severn Trent Water‘s bills will go up 10% on average, while Thames Water‘s bill will rise just 0.4%, on average.
North West water bills are set to rise the most this April
The main North West water company, United Utilities, is set to hike water bills by an average of £57, up from an average of £603 to £660, according to Money Saving Expert. That’s an average percentage increase of 9% – less than the 10% increase in the Severn Trent area, but more pound-for-pound than its £52 increase.
How can I cut my water bill?
Water UK gives some advice on cutting your water bill, stating: “More than 2 million low-income households are now receiving help with their bill including reduced tariffs, payment breaks and debt forgiveness. An extra 300,000 households are expected to receive support in 2026-27, taking the total number to around 2.5 million. The expected average discount will be around 40%. A total of £4.1 billion in support has been committed for the period 2025–2030.
“If you are concerned, contact your water company to see if you’re eligible. Additional support is available to a wide range of people: from those with sight, hearing, or mobility difficulties, to parents with babies under 12 months old. The Priority Services Register offers services such as accessible-format bills, notices of supply interruptions and other important communications.
“For more information check out the Consumer Council for Water’s (CCW) help with Bills hub – packed with tips, tools and advice on how to tap into support from your water company.
“You can also use the CCW’s free Benefits Calculator to see if you’re eligible for support.”
You can also visit the Water UK website for more information on water meters and tips on saving water.