Council Tax in Preston 2026/27
Preston · Band D rate: £2,564.22/year
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Council Tax Rates by Band — Preston 2026/27
| Band | 1991 value range | Annual charge | Monthly (÷12) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Band A | Up to £40,000 | £1,709.48 | £142.46 |
| Band B | £40,001 – £52,000 | £1,994.39 | £166.20 |
| Band C | £52,001 – £68,000 | £2,279.31 | £189.94 |
| Band D(reference) | £68,001 – £88,000 | £2,564.22 | £213.68 |
| Band E | £88,001 – £120,000 | £3,134.05 | £261.17 |
| Band F | £120,001 – £160,000 | £3,703.87 | £308.66 |
| Band G | £160,001 – £320,000 | £4,273.70 | £356.14 |
| Band H | Over £320,000 | £5,128.44 | £427.37 |
Charges shown are for Preston before any discounts or reductions. Single-person discount reduces the bill by 25%.
Band D Rate History — Preston
| Year | Band D rate | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026/27(current) | £2,564.22 | +3.9% |
| 2025/26 | £2,468.60 | — |
About Council Tax in Preston
Preston Council charges £2,564 at Band D for 2026/27, above the national average. That's up 3.9% from £2,469 in 2025/26.
Nearby Councils — Band D Comparison
Wigan
£2,151.54/year at Band D
£412.68 vs Preston
Trafford
£2,289.79/year at Band D
£274.43 vs Preston
Manchester
£2,312.04/year at Band D
£252.18 vs Preston
Ribble Valley
£2,359.57/year at Band D
£204.65 vs Preston
St Helens
£2,370.87/year at Band D
£193.35 vs Preston