Band D council tax by area type
rates verified 24 Jul 2026 · next refresh after Autumn Statement
Direct answer
MHCLG reports English council tax by class of authority rather than by geographic region. For 2026/27 the average Band D runs from £2,068 in London boroughs to £2,490 in unitary authorities, against an England average of £2,3923837.
2026/27 average Band D by class of authority
| Authority type | Band D 2026/27 |
|---|---|
| Unitary authorities | £2,490 |
| Shire county areas | £2,452 |
| Metropolitan areas | £2,409 |
| London boroughs | £2,068 |
| England average | £2,392 |
Why London is cheaper
London boroughs sit on much higher-value housing stock, so a given budget translates into a lower Band D rate. Westminster, Wandsworth and the City of London also rely on commercial rate income for service funding.