Council Tax in Stafford 2026/27
Stafford · Band D rate: £2,269.85/year
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Council Tax Rates by Band — Stafford 2026/27
| Band | 1991 value range | Annual charge | Monthly (÷12) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Band A | Up to £40,000 | £1,513.23 | £126.10 |
| Band B | £40,001 – £52,000 | £1,765.44 | £147.12 |
| Band C | £52,001 – £68,000 | £2,017.64 | £168.14 |
| Band D(reference) | £68,001 – £88,000 | £2,269.85 | £189.15 |
| Band E | £88,001 – £120,000 | £2,774.26 | £231.19 |
| Band F | £120,001 – £160,000 | £3,278.67 | £273.22 |
| Band G | £160,001 – £320,000 | £3,783.08 | £315.26 |
| Band H | Over £320,000 | £4,539.70 | £378.31 |
Charges shown are for Stafford before any discounts or reductions. Single-person discount reduces the bill by 25%.
Band D Rate History — Stafford
| Year | Band D rate | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026/27(current) | £2,269.85 | +4.1% |
| 2025/26 | £2,180.50 | — |
About Council Tax in Stafford
Stafford Council charges £2,270 at Band D for 2026/27, just below the national average. That's up 4.1% from £2,181 in 2025/26.
Nearby Councils — Band D Comparison
Dudley
£2,144.84/year at Band D
£125.01 vs Stafford
Solihull
£2,172.96/year at Band D
£96.89 vs Stafford
Stoke-on-Trent
£2,183.12/year at Band D
£86.73 vs Stafford
South Staffordshire
£2,236.10/year at Band D
£33.75 vs Stafford
Sandwell
£2,244.46/year at Band D
£25.39 vs Stafford