Council Tax in Bedford 2026/27
Bedford · Band D rate: £2,431.59/year
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Council Tax Rates by Band — Bedford 2026/27
| Band | 1991 value range | Annual charge | Monthly (÷12) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Band A | Up to £40,000 | £1,621.06 | £135.09 |
| Band B | £40,001 – £52,000 | £1,891.24 | £157.60 |
| Band C | £52,001 – £68,000 | £2,161.41 | £180.12 |
| Band D(reference) | £68,001 – £88,000 | £2,431.59 | £202.63 |
| Band E | £88,001 – £120,000 | £2,971.94 | £247.66 |
| Band F | £120,001 – £160,000 | £3,512.30 | £292.69 |
| Band G | £160,001 – £320,000 | £4,052.65 | £337.72 |
| Band H | Over £320,000 | £4,863.18 | £405.27 |
Charges shown are for Bedford before any discounts or reductions. Single-person discount reduces the bill by 25%.
Band D Rate History — Bedford
| Year | Band D rate | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026/27(current) | £2,431.59 | +5.2% |
| 2025/26 | £2,312.49 | — |
About Council Tax in Bedford
Bedford Council charges £2,432 at Band D for 2026/27, just above the national average. That's up 5.2% from £2,312 in 2025/26.
Nearby Councils — Band D Comparison
Epping Forest
£2,186.91/year at Band D
£244.68 vs Bedford
Uttlesford
£2,197.25/year at Band D
£234.34 vs Bedford
Tendring
£2,215.27/year at Band D
£216.32 vs Bedford
Braintree
£2,215.80/year at Band D
£215.79 vs Bedford
Mid Suffolk
£2,216.42/year at Band D
£215.17 vs Bedford