Council Tax in Wakefield 2026/27
Wakefield · Band D rate: £2,259.40/year
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Council Tax Rates by Band — Wakefield 2026/27
| Band | 1991 value range | Annual charge | Monthly (÷12) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Band A | Up to £40,000 | £1,506.27 | £125.52 |
| Band B | £40,001 – £52,000 | £1,757.31 | £146.44 |
| Band C | £52,001 – £68,000 | £2,008.36 | £167.36 |
| Band D(reference) | £68,001 – £88,000 | £2,259.40 | £188.28 |
| Band E | £88,001 – £120,000 | £2,761.49 | £230.12 |
| Band F | £120,001 – £160,000 | £3,263.58 | £271.96 |
| Band G | £160,001 – £320,000 | £3,765.67 | £313.81 |
| Band H | Over £320,000 | £4,518.80 | £376.57 |
Charges shown are for Wakefield before any discounts or reductions. Single-person discount reduces the bill by 25%.
Band D Rate History — Wakefield
| Year | Band D rate | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026/27(current) | £2,259.40 | +5.1% |
| 2025/26 | £2,149.49 | — |
About Council Tax in Wakefield
Wakefield Council charges £2,259 at Band D for 2026/27, just below the national average. That's up 5.1% from £2,149 in 2025/26.
Nearby Councils — Band D Comparison
Doncaster
£2,124.95/year at Band D
£134.45 vs Wakefield
York
£2,269.91/year at Band D
+£10.51 vs Wakefield
Leeds
£2,271.51/year at Band D
+£12.11 vs Wakefield
Kingston upon Hull
£2,295.04/year at Band D
+£35.64 vs Wakefield
Barnsley
£2,317.38/year at Band D
+£57.98 vs Wakefield