The three pie charts show the distribution of spending between three counties in northern England in 2014.

Of the 3 regions, Yorkshire spent the most on education, followed by Lancashire, and finally Derbyshire. Derbyshire spent the most on leisure, representing about 35%, Yorkshire spent 25% and Lancashire slightly more at 30%. Derbyshire also spent the most on community care, reaching 20%, while the other two spent less, Yorkshire at 18% and Lancashire at 12%. All 3 counties spent a similar proportion on the environment: between 5 and 10%, Derbyshire having the highest amount. Social services expenditure was at 15% for Yorkshire, 10% for Lancashire and just 3% for Derbyshire representing the lowest of the three. Regarding the category of other, the amounts were broadly similar, representing between 7% and 10% for each of the three. Overall amongst the three regions education and leisure make up the largest expenses, followed by the environment and social services representing the lowest.