Council Tax in Sunderland 2025/26
Sunderland · Band D rate: £2,289.23/year
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Council Tax Rates by Band — Sunderland 2025/26
| Band | 1991 value range | Annual charge | Monthly (÷12) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Band A | Up to £40,000 | £1,526.15 | £127.18 |
| Band B | £40,001–£52,000 | £1,780.51 | £148.38 |
| Band C | £52,001–£68,000 | £2,034.87 | £169.57 |
| Band D(reference) | £68,001–£88,000 | £2,289.23 | £190.77 |
| Band E | £88,001–£120,000 | £2,797.95 | £233.16 |
| Band F | £120,001–£160,000 | £3,306.67 | £275.56 |
| Band G | £160,001–£320,000 | £3,815.38 | £317.95 |
| Band H | Over £320,000 | £4,578.46 | £381.54 |
Charges shown are for Sunderland before any discounts or reductions. Single-person discount reduces the bill by 25%.
Band D Rate History — Sunderland
| Year | Band D rate | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025/26(current) | £2,289.23 | +4.6% |
| 2024/25 | £2,189.23 | +4.8% |
| 2023/24 | £2,089.23 | +5.6% |
| 2022/23 | £1,978.90 | +4.1% |
| 2021/22 | £1,901.23 | — |
About Council Tax in Sunderland
Sunderland City Council charges £2,289 at Band D for 2025/26, above the England average — a pattern common across the North East, where councils face high social care demand and reduced central funding. Most Sunderland properties are in Bands A and B. The council area includes Washington and surrounding communities. Enter any Sunderland postcode above to see the band and charge.
Nearby Councils — Band D Comparison
North Tyneside
£2,201.56/year at Band D
£87.67 vs Sunderland
Gateshead
£2,223.45/year at Band D
£65.78 vs Sunderland
Darlington
£2,245.67/year at Band D
£43.56 vs Sunderland
Newcastle upon Tyne
£2,256.78/year at Band D
£32.45 vs Sunderland
Stockton-on-Tees
£2,267.89/year at Band D
£21.34 vs Sunderland