Mum says 'no fat left to trim' on household costs as water bills set for 42% rise
Summary
Water bills in Wales are set to increase by 42% by 2029-30, with an initial rise of 27% from April 2025. Households, including those with water meters, are already trying to save water, but many families say their budgets are stretched with little room to reduce costs further.Key Facts
- Welsh Water plans to raise water bills by 27% in April 2025, increasing the average bill from £503 to £639 per year.
- Over five years, bills will rise by a total of 42% due to extra funding approved for water companies.
- Welsh Water will invest £4.2 billion by 2030 to improve water services and infrastructure.
- Leakage is a big problem: Welsh Water lost 85 billion litres of water in 2024/2025 due to leaks.
- Welsh Water aims to cut leaks by 24% by 2030, investing £476 million in network upgrades.
- Many people are trying to save water by using shower timers, turning taps off during brushing, and reusing water on plants.
- Some families with water meters have reduced bills by careful water use but still find costs high.
- Climate change, causing drier soil and more pipeline bursts, adds pressure on water systems.
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