Next update expected:This dataset is not expected to be updated or replaced in the future
Updates
13th April 2026
Updated to include the 2026-27 data.
19th December 2025
Dataset first published.
Main information
Designation
No designation
Data provider 1
Office for National Statistics (ONS)
Data source 1
No specific source from data provider
Data provider 2
Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)
Data source 2
No specific source from data provider
Data provider 3
Local Authorities
Data source 3
No specific source from data provider
Time period covered
April 2004 to March 2027
Overview
Summary of dataset and variables
This collection of tables and information is intended as general background to the calculation of standard spending assessments (SSAs). These tables show the amount of SSA which is distributed on the basis of each indicator.
Data collection or calculation
The information presented here is underpinned by data collected via annual returns from Welsh Local Authorities and other official sources.
The annual SSA is distributed across Local Authorities in line with the Local Government Settlement model
Statistical quality
"The underpinning data is collected directly from Local Authorities or official data sources. Local Authorities are required to validate data used in the calculations. A statistical quality report relating to all Local Government Finance statistical releases can be found at the following webpage:
https://gov.wales/local-government-finance-statistics-quality-report"