Council Tax in Lancaster 2026/27
Lancaster · Band D rate: £2,461.08/year
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Council Tax Rates by Band — Lancaster 2026/27
| Band | 1991 value range | Annual charge | Monthly (÷12) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Band A | Up to £40,000 | £1,640.72 | £136.73 |
| Band B | £40,001 – £52,000 | £1,914.17 | £159.51 |
| Band C | £52,001 – £68,000 | £2,187.63 | £182.30 |
| Band D(reference) | £68,001 – £88,000 | £2,461.08 | £205.09 |
| Band E | £88,001 – £120,000 | £3,007.99 | £250.67 |
| Band F | £120,001 – £160,000 | £3,554.89 | £296.24 |
| Band G | £160,001 – £320,000 | £4,101.80 | £341.82 |
| Band H | Over £320,000 | £4,922.16 | £410.18 |
Charges shown are for Lancaster before any discounts or reductions. Single-person discount reduces the bill by 25%.
Band D Rate History — Lancaster
| Year | Band D rate | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026/27(current) | £2,461.08 | +3.9% |
| 2025/26 | £2,369.31 | — |
About Council Tax in Lancaster
Lancaster Council charges £2,461 at Band D for 2026/27, just above the national average. That's up 3.9% from £2,369 in 2025/26.
Nearby Councils — Band D Comparison
Wigan
£2,151.54/year at Band D
£309.54 vs Lancaster
Trafford
£2,289.79/year at Band D
£171.29 vs Lancaster
Manchester
£2,312.04/year at Band D
£149.04 vs Lancaster
Ribble Valley
£2,359.57/year at Band D
£101.51 vs Lancaster
St Helens
£2,370.87/year at Band D
£90.21 vs Lancaster