Southwark Area Guide, London, Borough of Southwark
This page gives you information and some guidance on the area Southwark London, SE1
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Area Comments
Borough of Southwark, Southwark, SE1
Southwark is in the Borough of Southwark which holds the responsibility for delivering services in your area.
For specific information on this borough, or to contact individual departments please click here to visit their website.
Borough of Southwark website: Borough of Southwark
In General:
The London boroughs are administrative centres responsible for collecting local taxes (Council Tax and Business Rates) and then spending the funds received on local services. They are run by Borough Councils who are elected by borough residents on a four year cycle. The totals that they spend will depend on the rates of tax that they levy plus funds allocated from central government and other sources.
While many of the services (schools, roads, planning, rubbish collection and social services) are standard, levels of provision will vary according to the overall political will as expressed by the voters.
Your tax liability (as a resident) will be based on the council tax band of your home. These bands are set by Valuation Officers and there is scope for appeal. The rate bands are then used to determine the amounts of tax levied. So, while the bands will remain largely constant the levels of tax can go up and, in theory, down.
You may claim discounts or exemptions based on your circumstances. For example, as the only adult in a property you can get a 25% reduction on your bill. Other reductions are available for qualifying second adults and Council Tax Benefit claimants.
There is more information available at the HM Customs & Excise website.
Southwark Council Tax and SE1 Council Tax
Borough of Southwark Council Tax
| Year-Band | A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009/2010 | £815 | £950 | £1086 | £1222 | £1494 | £1765 | £2037 | £2444 |
| 2008/2009 | £815 | £950 | £1086 | £1222 | £1494 | £1765 | £2037 | £2444 |
| 2007/2008 | £787 | £919 | £1050 | £1181 | £1443 | £1706 | £1968 | £2362 |
| 2006/2007 | £755 | £881 | £1007 | £1133 | £1384 | £1636 | £1888 | £2266 |
| 2005/2006 | £733 | £855 | £977 | £1099 | £1343 | £1587 | £1831 | £2198 |
Area News for Southwark
Lack of affordable countryside housing 'may make people rent in London'
It is becoming increasingly difficult for people to purchase properties in the countryside, according to one industry commentator.
Read Article ... Published on 23rd June, 2010
HCA budget slashed by £230 million
Potential first-time buyers are learning that the body charged with the ensuring the provision of affordable housing in the UK has had its budget slashed by £230 million as part of a government plan to curb public spending.
Read Article ... Published on 26th May, 2010
Bankside 'benefits from ambitious architecture'
Investment in new projects and "ambitious" designs over the past ten years have helped to attract the residential sector to become heavily involved in a once neglected district, according to one publication.
Read Article ... Published on 10th May, 2010
Increase in house prices
Potential buyers may be alarmed by new figures that revealed an increase in property prices.
Read Article ... Published on 29th April, 2010
Dulwich: Desirable and affordable London living
Background
Read Article ... Published on 26th April, 2010
Mortgage lenders 'more reluctant'
A property expert has said that figures that revealed the number of first-time buyers had dropped to its lowest leveel in 20 years was unsurprising.
Read Article ... Published on 22nd April, 2010
London bike hire scheme to begin in July
London mayor Boris Johnson has announced that a scheme to get more people cycling in the city will begin at the end of July.
Read Article ... Published on 1st April, 2010
Award-winning office development to bring prosperity to Southwark
An office complex, soon to be occupied by one of London's big accountancy firms, has won high praise for its sustainability.
Read Article ... Published on 16th March, 2010
Islington gets green boost
People looking for property to rent in Islington may be pleased to hear that the government is awarding it with at least £200,000 to go towards making the Archway area greener and more energy efficient.
Read Article ... Published on 7th September, 2009
Support shown to private rented sector
Property to rent in Chelsea, flats to rent in Southwark and letting residences elsewhere in the UK have an important role to play in helping the housing market recover from its current poor state, it would seem.
Read Article ... Published on 20th August, 2009
House prices 'bound to increase'
The cost of property is "bound to go up considerably before long", according to one housing industry expert.
Read Article ... Published on 12th August, 2009
Southwark residents have their say
People living in the south London borough of Southwark have had the opportunity to get their voices heard on sustainability issues affecting the whole local population.
Read Article ... Published on 13th July, 2009
Landlords advised on property to rent in London
Landlords have been given some guidance on some of the best places to buy property to rent in London.
Read Article ... Published on 3rd July, 2009
Tenants of flats to rent in Southwark have chance to win
People living in property to rent in Southwark are among those eligible to win a prize presented by the borough's council.
Read Article ... Published on 2nd July, 2009
Renters 'favoured' in recent months
It would seem that residents of property to rent in Greenwich and Southwark, as well as people living in other letting residences in London and the UK, have benefited from being in a strong bargaining position in recent months.
Read Article ... Published on 22nd June, 2009
London crime figures reach five-year low
Residents of flats to rent in Lambeth and property to rent in other parts of the capital are safer from bus crime than they have been for five years, it would seem.
Read Article ... Published on 16th June, 2009
FTBs 'continue to struggle'
The problem of first-time buyers (FTBs) trying to get on the property ladder is one of the obstacles the housing industry faces in the coming months, according to the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (Rics).
Read Article ... Published on 9th June, 2009
Increase in house prices reported
The average cost of housing in the UK has risen to £154,016 this month, according to new figures.
Read Article ... Published on 29th May, 2009
Property to rent in Southwark 'to set example'
New property to rent in Southwark and other prospective buildings in the area will provide an environmental benchmark for other parts of London.
Read Article ... Published on 20th May, 2009
Improved leisure facilities for residents of property in Southwark
Residents of flats to rent in Southwark are set to benefit from the development of Dulwich Leisure Centre.
Read Article ... Published on 19th May, 2009
Property in Southwark undergoes refurbishment
Southwark council is currently undertaking work that is part of an overall investment of £90 million in major area renovations.
Read Article ... Published on 12th May, 2009
Southwark Council invests in local business
A regeneration effort has been announced by Southwark Council, with the aim of boosting shops and local businesses.
Read Article ... Published on 29th April, 2009
Government backs plans for Southwark regeneration
Plans to improve facilities in the London borough of Southwark have been backed by the government, it has been announced.
Read Article ... Published on 30th March, 2009
Southwark park to receive cash injection
Burgess Park, in the London borough of Southwark, has been announced as the winner of a £2 million grant for an upgrade.
Read Article ... Published on 5th March, 2009
Mayor plans celebration of London
A month-long celebration of the past, present and future of London is to be held in June, the mayor has announced.
Read Article ... Published on 2nd March, 2009
London boroughs to receive government funding
Over £17 million is to be provided by the government to help London boroughs meet challenges presented by the recession, it has been revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 25th February, 2009
Southwark knife crime initiative honoured
Efforts to improve community safety in London were recognised at an event held yesterday.
Read Article ... Published on 24th February, 2009
Southwark to host Russian festival
The first Russian festival to be held in London will take place on Sunday March 1st, it has been announced.
Read Article ... Published on 18th February, 2009
Music classes 'boosting development of London children'
Schools in the London boroughs of Newham and Southwark have been praised for their provision of music lessons to pupils.
Read Article ... Published on 5th February, 2009
Southwark residents to see leisure centre improvements
Those living in the London borough of Southwark are set to benefit from improved sporting facilities, following the approval of plans.
Read Article ... Published on 23rd January, 2009
Young Londoners praised for fire fighting skills
Young people in London have been praised for their performance in the Local Intervention Fire Education (Life) programme organised by the London Fire Brigade.
Read Article ... Published on 20th January, 2009
Asbos to be publicised in Tower Hamlets
Tower Hamlets council is taking steps to improve the quality of live for residents of the London borough.
Read Article ... Published on 16th December, 2008
'Thumbs up' for Southwark council
Southwark council has received praise in three separate government reports.
Read Article ... Published on 16th December, 2008
Funding to reduce alcohol-related crime in London
London residents could be set to see a reduction in alcohol-related problems as a result of new funding.
Read Article ... Published on 11th December, 2008
"Outstanding" education in London
Schools in the London boroughs of Westminster, Bromley, Barnet, Camden and Southwark have been praised for their provision of excellent education over the last 15 years.
Read Article ... Published on 21st November, 2008
New schools for Southwark
New schools are set to opened in the London borough of Southwark, it has been revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 13th November, 2008
Obama invited to Southwark
Those living in the borough of Southwark may find their area benefits from an increase in publicity thanks to an invitation extended to Barack Obama to come and visit.
Read Article ... Published on 7th November, 2008
London stations in new safety drive
A number of rail stations in London will become safer due to extra manning at night, it has been announced.
Read Article ... Published on 3rd November, 2008
New highest restaurant in London to be opened
Those fancying a meal with a view while renting a house or flat in London will be able to do so in style when a new restaurant is opened in the city in 2012.
Read Article ... Published on 15th October, 2008
Southwark to be London's 'greenest' borough
The London Borough of Southwark has signalled its intentions to become the capital's greenest borough with a new recycling project.
Read Article ... Published on 5th September, 2008
Southwark housing development gets green light
A housing development in the London borough of Southwark has been given the green light, according to latest reports.
Read Article ... Published on 8th August, 2008
Telford commences construction of Southwark developments
East London apartment builder Telford Homes has started its first two new developments south of the Thames, which will create a range of flats for sale in London.
Read Article ... Published on 28th May, 2008
Free training session for London estate agents
London estate agents stand to benefit from a new walk-in training session that aims to increase awareness of market trends and government thinking.
Read Article ... Published on 14th May, 2008
Borough Market wins award
Borough Market in London has been awarded the 'best speciality market' award by the National Association of British Market Authorities (Nabma).
Read Article ... Published on 21st April, 2008
Tate Modern 'one of world's best galleries'
The Tate Modern in the Bankside area of Southwark has made it onto a list of the world's top ten art galleries, it has been confirmed.
Read Article ... Published on 25th February, 2008
Elephant & Castle regeneration scrutinised
Southwark Council has heard objections put forward by the Elephant & Castle Shopping Centre Traders' Association (ECSCA) over regeneration of the borough.
Read Article ... Published on 19th February, 2008
Aylesbury regeneration moves forward
The regeneration of south-east London's Aylesbury Estate has moved one step closer to fruition, with the naming of the housing association tasked with developing the site.
Read Article ... Published on 15th February, 2008
Southwark project backed by govt
The Walworth area of south London could see a setback in regeneration funds, but projects in the area have received strong backing from the top of government.
Read Article ... Published on 14th January, 2008
Southwark art haven to receive cash boost
The Southwark neighbourbood could soon see its cultural credentials raised further as one of its most famous features gets a huge funding boost.
Read Article ... Published on 11th December, 2007
Ten London boroughs 'harmonise regeneration plans'
A meeting occurred this week to inaugurate one of London's biggest regeneration projects, which will encompass homebuilding projects in as many as ten London boroughs.
Read Article ... Published on 7th December, 2007
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