Watford
East Of England
Watford's latest Infrastructure Funding Statement (2025/26) reports £840,926.07 in Section 106 developer contributions received and £101,574.28 spent. The council holds £739,351.79 in unspent Section 106 balances.
Total unspent S106 balance
£739,351.79
As of 2025/26
Reported in the 2025/26 statement
S106 Received
£840,926.07
S106 Spent
£101,574.28
Councils report these figures differently — some as activity in the year, others as running totals. Figures are shown as published in the council's own statement.
Community Infrastructure Levy (2025/26)
CIL Received
£1.4 million
CIL Spent
£447,138.49
CIL Held
£939,740.59
Breakdown by Purpose (2025/26)
| Purpose | Received | Spent | Held |
|---|---|---|---|
| Affordable Housing | £625,689.51 | £20,000 | £605,689.51 |
| Other | £190,416.73 | £72,315.45 | £118,101.28 |
| Health | £15,561 | £0 | £15,561 |
| Open Space & Recreation | £9,258.83 | £9,258.83 | £0 |
Trend Over Time
Figures are shown as published in each year's Infrastructure Funding Statement. Councils change what they report from year to year — the held balance in particular can reflect different measures in different years — so this column may not add up like a bank statement.
| Year | Received | Spent | Held |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025/26 | £840,926.07 | £101,574.28 | £739,351.79 |
| 2024/25 | £833,876.07 | £101,574.28 | £732,301.79 |
What is Section 106?
Under Section 106 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990, developers pay contributions to local councils to offset the impact of new developments. This money funds affordable housing, schools, roads, parks, and health facilities. Read our complete guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much unspent Section 106 money does Watford hold?
According to its 2025/26 Infrastructure Funding Statement, Watford holds £739,351.79 in unspent Section 106 contributions.
Does Watford charge CIL?
Yes, Watford charges the Community Infrastructure Levy in addition to Section 106 contributions.
Where does Watford publish its Infrastructure Funding Statement?
Watford's IFS is published on their website. You can view it directly or use our data above for a clearer summary.