Council Tax in Leicester 2025/26
Leicester · Band D rate: £2,256.78/year
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Council Tax Rates by Band — Leicester 2025/26
| Band | 1991 value range | Annual charge | Monthly (÷12) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Band A | Up to £40,000 | £1,504.52 | £125.38 |
| Band B | £40,001–£52,000 | £1,755.27 | £146.27 |
| Band C | £52,001–£68,000 | £2,006.03 | £167.17 |
| Band D(reference) | £68,001–£88,000 | £2,256.78 | £188.07 |
| Band E | £88,001–£120,000 | £2,758.29 | £229.86 |
| Band F | £120,001–£160,000 | £3,259.79 | £271.65 |
| Band G | £160,001–£320,000 | £3,761.30 | £313.44 |
| Band H | Over £320,000 | £4,513.56 | £376.13 |
Charges shown are for Leicester before any discounts or reductions. Single-person discount reduces the bill by 25%.
Band D Rate History — Leicester
| Year | Band D rate | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025/26(current) | £2,256.78 | +4.6% |
| 2024/25 | £2,156.78 | +4.9% |
| 2023/24 | £2,056.78 | +5.1% |
| 2022/23 | £1,956.78 | +4.8% |
| 2021/22 | £1,867.89 | — |
About Council Tax in Leicester
Leicester City Council charges £2,257 at Band D for 2025/26, above the England average. Leicester is a unitary authority with a varied housing mix — from Victorian terraces in the inner city (often Band A or B) to larger suburban properties in Oadby and Wigston (which sit in a separate council area). Enter any Leicester postcode above to see the exact band and annual charge.
Nearby Councils — Band D Comparison
Leicestershire
£2,234.56/year at Band D
£22.22 vs Leicester
Northamptonshire (West)
£2,267.89/year at Band D
+£11.11 vs Leicester
Northamptonshire (North)
£2,289.23/year at Band D
+£32.45 vs Leicester
Lincolnshire
£2,289.23/year at Band D
+£32.45 vs Leicester
Nottinghamshire
£2,312.45/year at Band D
+£55.67 vs Leicester