Council Tax in New Forest 2026/27
New Forest · Band D rate: £2,285.33/year
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Council Tax Rates by Band — New Forest 2026/27
| Band | 1991 value range | Annual charge | Monthly (÷12) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Band A | Up to £40,000 | £1,523.55 | £126.96 |
| Band B | £40,001 – £52,000 | £1,777.48 | £148.12 |
| Band C | £52,001 – £68,000 | £2,031.40 | £169.28 |
| Band D(reference) | £68,001 – £88,000 | £2,285.33 | £190.44 |
| Band E | £88,001 – £120,000 | £2,793.18 | £232.77 |
| Band F | £120,001 – £160,000 | £3,301.03 | £275.09 |
| Band G | £160,001 – £320,000 | £3,808.88 | £317.41 |
| Band H | Over £320,000 | £4,570.66 | £380.89 |
Charges shown are for New Forest before any discounts or reductions. Single-person discount reduces the bill by 25%.
Band D Rate History — New Forest
| Year | Band D rate | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026/27(current) | £2,285.33 | +4.8% |
| 2025/26 | £2,180.00 | — |
About Council Tax in New Forest
New Forest Council charges £2,285 at Band D for 2026/27, just below the national average. That's up 4.8% from £2,180 in 2025/26.
Nearby Councils — Band D Comparison
Windsor and Maidenhead
£1,916.22/year at Band D
£369.11 vs New Forest
Bracknell Forest
£2,171.05/year at Band D
£114.28 vs New Forest
Eastleigh
£2,205.12/year at Band D
£80.21 vs New Forest
Basingstoke and Deane
£2,224.83/year at Band D
£60.50 vs New Forest
East Hampshire
£2,230.33/year at Band D
£55.00 vs New Forest