Council Tax in Gateshead 2026/27
Gateshead · Band D rate: £2,715.52/year
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Council Tax Rates by Band — Gateshead 2026/27
| Band | 1991 value range | Annual charge | Monthly (÷12) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Band A | Up to £40,000 | £1,810.35 | £150.86 |
| Band B | £40,001 – £52,000 | £2,112.07 | £176.01 |
| Band C | £52,001 – £68,000 | £2,413.80 | £201.15 |
| Band D(reference) | £68,001 – £88,000 | £2,715.52 | £226.29 |
| Band E | £88,001 – £120,000 | £3,318.97 | £276.58 |
| Band F | £120,001 – £160,000 | £3,922.42 | £326.87 |
| Band G | £160,001 – £320,000 | £4,525.87 | £377.16 |
| Band H | Over £320,000 | £5,431.04 | £452.59 |
Charges shown are for Gateshead before any discounts or reductions. Single-person discount reduces the bill by 25%.
Band D Rate History — Gateshead
| Year | Band D rate | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026/27(current) | £2,715.52 | +5.3% |
| 2025/26 | £2,578.14 | — |
About Council Tax in Gateshead
Gateshead Council charges £2,716 at Band D for 2026/27, well above the national average. That's up 5.3% from £2,578 in 2025/26.
Nearby Councils — Band D Comparison
Sunderland
£2,196.25/year at Band D
£519.27 vs Gateshead
South Tyneside
£2,434.43/year at Band D
£281.09 vs Gateshead
North Tyneside
£2,461.77/year at Band D
£253.75 vs Gateshead
Darlington
£2,485.73/year at Band D
£229.79 vs Gateshead
Northumberland
£2,493.70/year at Band D
£221.82 vs Gateshead