Council Tax in Watford 2026/27
Watford · Band D rate: £2,446.70/year
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Council Tax Rates by Band — Watford 2026/27
| Band | 1991 value range | Annual charge | Monthly (÷12) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Band A | Up to £40,000 | £1,631.13 | £135.93 |
| Band B | £40,001 – £52,000 | £1,902.99 | £158.58 |
| Band C | £52,001 – £68,000 | £2,174.84 | £181.24 |
| Band D(reference) | £68,001 – £88,000 | £2,446.70 | £203.89 |
| Band E | £88,001 – £120,000 | £2,990.41 | £249.20 |
| Band F | £120,001 – £160,000 | £3,534.12 | £294.51 |
| Band G | £160,001 – £320,000 | £4,077.83 | £339.82 |
| Band H | Over £320,000 | £4,893.40 | £407.78 |
Charges shown are for Watford before any discounts or reductions. Single-person discount reduces the bill by 25%.
Band D Rate History — Watford
| Year | Band D rate | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026/27(current) | £2,446.70 | +4.8% |
| 2025/26 | £2,334.06 | — |
About Council Tax in Watford
Watford Council charges £2,447 at Band D for 2026/27, just above the national average. That's up 4.8% from £2,334 in 2025/26.
Nearby Councils — Band D Comparison
Epping Forest
£2,186.91/year at Band D
£259.79 vs Watford
Uttlesford
£2,197.25/year at Band D
£249.45 vs Watford
Tendring
£2,215.27/year at Band D
£231.43 vs Watford
Braintree
£2,215.80/year at Band D
£230.90 vs Watford
Mid Suffolk
£2,216.42/year at Band D
£230.28 vs Watford