Council Tax in Durham 2026/27
Durham · Band D rate: £2,499.97/year
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Council Tax Rates by Band — Durham 2026/27
| Band | 1991 value range | Annual charge | Monthly (÷12) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Band A | Up to £40,000 | £1,666.65 | £138.89 |
| Band B | £40,001 – £52,000 | £1,944.42 | £162.04 |
| Band C | £52,001 – £68,000 | £2,222.20 | £185.18 |
| Band D(reference) | £68,001 – £88,000 | £2,499.97 | £208.33 |
| Band E | £88,001 – £120,000 | £3,055.52 | £254.63 |
| Band F | £120,001 – £160,000 | £3,611.07 | £300.92 |
| Band G | £160,001 – £320,000 | £4,166.62 | £347.22 |
| Band H | Over £320,000 | £4,999.94 | £416.66 |
Charges shown are for Durham before any discounts or reductions. Single-person discount reduces the bill by 25%.
Band D Rate History — Durham
| Year | Band D rate | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026/27(current) | £2,499.97 | +2.6% |
| 2025/26 | £2,436.07 | — |
About Council Tax in Durham
Durham Council charges £2,500 at Band D for 2026/27, just above the national average. That's up 2.6% from £2,436 in 2025/26.
Nearby Councils — Band D Comparison
Sunderland
£2,196.25/year at Band D
£303.72 vs Durham
South Tyneside
£2,434.43/year at Band D
£65.54 vs Durham
North Tyneside
£2,461.77/year at Band D
£38.20 vs Durham
Darlington
£2,485.73/year at Band D
£14.24 vs Durham
Northumberland
£2,493.70/year at Band D
£6.27 vs Durham