New Data reveals Barnsley parking fines surge

According to the new figures obtained through a Freedom of Information (FOI) request by cinch, the UK’s biggest online retailer of used cars, Barnsley Council issued 3,080 more parking fines between 2023-2024, compared to 2022-23:

Between April 2022 and the March 2023, 5,066 parking fines were issued by Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council. In comparison, between April 2023 and the March 2024, this number increased to 8,146 fines, marking a 60.8% increase year-on-year.

On average, 22 fines were issued per day in 2023.The surge in fines has also led to a significant increase in revenue for the council:

From April 2022 to March 2023, parking fines generated £192,839.00 for Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council.

In the following year (April 2023 to March 2024), this figure increased to £215,806.00 representing a 11.9% increase.

Sam Sheehan, motoring editor at cinch, commented on the findings: "These figures should be a reminder for all drivers to carefully check any nearby signs before parking – especially in busy areas or places they aren’t familiar with. Nobody wants to find a parking fine come through their letterbox.

"Also, if you think the fine is unfair or it’s incorrect, don’t forget you have 28 days to appeal to an independent tribunal. And, if it is correct, you might be able to reduce the fine by paying sooner rather than later. ”