How much is council tax in England?
The average Band D council tax bill in England was £2,343 in 2026-27, up 26% on 2021-22. Band D is a mid-range band, and most homes in England are in lower bands.
A year, England, 2026-27.
Council tax over time
What’s this?
The average yearly council tax bill for a Band D home in England, including the parts for police, fire and parish councils.
What it cannot tell you: Band D is a mid-range band, not the typical bill: most homes in England are in lower bands, and bills differ widely between councils. Figures are in cash terms, not adjusted for prices.
Year by year
| Period | Average Band D council tax in England |
|---|---|
| 2026-27 | £2,343 |
| 2025-26 | £2,236 |
| 2024-25 | £2,130 |
| 2023-24 | £2,027 |
| 2022-23 | £1,930 |
| 2021-22 | £1,864 |
Questions people ask
What is the average council tax?
£2,343 for a Band D home in England in 2026-27. Bills differ widely between councils.
Does it include parish and police charges?
The figure used here includes parish council precepts and the parts of the bill for police and fire.
What does “average band d council tax in england” measure?
The average yearly council tax bill for a Band D home in England, including the parts for police, fire and parish councils. It was £2,343 (£ a year) in 2026-27, up 26% on 2021-22. The highest we have is £2,343 (2026-27) and the lowest £1,864 (2021-22).
Sources: Department for Housing, Communities and Local Government, Council Tax levels set by local authorities. Updated every night. Each chart has a CSV and a Share button.
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