Water pours more pressure from the mixer in the bathroom (Credits: Getty Images/iStockphoto)
As the cost of living crisis continues for many households across the United Kingdom, several expenses are due to rise in price as we now move into April.
From council tax rises to the ongoing inflation costs on everyday essentials, money will be stretched further than ever.
While this is worrying news, the Government are introducing means of support in line with the price hikes. Many benefit payments are risingin April in line with inflation, and the first of a £900 cost of living payment is expected by late spring.
Another cost that’s been announced is the rise in water bills. Here’s what you need to know…
When will water bills go up in price?
Water bills will go up from tomorrow April 1, 2023.
Support for low-income households is also being increased to its highest level ever.
More than one million households already receive help with water bills, which is being increased to 1.2 million in the coming months.
How much more expensive will water bills be?
Water UK released a statement in February confirming bills will rise by an average of £31 to £448 a year in England and Wales (equivalent to around 60p more each week), but this figure will vary by location and water usage.
Don’t splash out on water bills. (Picture: Getty)
While this is a blow to households already facing lean times, the water bill increase is below inflation (November CPIH inflation, which regulators set as the benchmark, was 9.3%).
Water bills remain lower, in real terms, than they were a decade ago.
How to find out your water bill increase
The table below shows how average water and sewerage bills are set to change in England and Wales from April, but individual bills could be higher or lower depending on factors such as your location, your usage and if you have a water meter.
Estimated water and sewage bills cost for 2023/24
Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water, £499, +£14 YOY
Hafren Dyfrdwy, £372, +£41 YOY
Northumbrian, £391, +£29 YOY
Severn Trent, £419, +£28 YOY
South West, £476, +£8 YOY
Southern, £439, +£43 YOY
Thames, £456, +£39 YOY
United Utilities, £443, +£26 YOY
Wessex, £504, +£42 YOY
Yorkshire, £446, +£30 YOY.