Council Tax in Darlington 2026/27
Darlington · Band D rate: £2,485.73/year
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Council Tax Rates by Band — Darlington 2026/27
| Band | 1991 value range | Annual charge | Monthly (÷12) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Band A | Up to £40,000 | £1,657.15 | £138.10 |
| Band B | £40,001 – £52,000 | £1,933.35 | £161.11 |
| Band C | £52,001 – £68,000 | £2,209.54 | £184.13 |
| Band D(reference) | £68,001 – £88,000 | £2,485.73 | £207.14 |
| Band E | £88,001 – £120,000 | £3,038.11 | £253.18 |
| Band F | £120,001 – £160,000 | £3,590.50 | £299.21 |
| Band G | £160,001 – £320,000 | £4,142.88 | £345.24 |
| Band H | Over £320,000 | £4,971.46 | £414.29 |
Charges shown are for Darlington before any discounts or reductions. Single-person discount reduces the bill by 25%.
Band D Rate History — Darlington
| Year | Band D rate | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026/27(current) | £2,485.73 | +5.1% |
| 2025/26 | £2,364.48 | — |
About Council Tax in Darlington
Darlington Council charges £2,486 at Band D for 2026/27, just above the national average. That's up 5.1% from £2,364 in 2025/26.
Nearby Councils — Band D Comparison
Sunderland
£2,196.25/year at Band D
£289.48 vs Darlington
South Tyneside
£2,434.43/year at Band D
£51.30 vs Darlington
North Tyneside
£2,461.77/year at Band D
£23.96 vs Darlington
Northumberland
£2,493.70/year at Band D
+£7.97 vs Darlington
Durham
£2,499.97/year at Band D
+£14.24 vs Darlington