Barnsley Council Tax 2025/26
Band D rate: £2,229 per year (£223 per month over the standard 10-month Barnsley payment cycle).
Quick answer
Council tax in Barnsley for 2025/26 is £2,229 a year for a Band D property, about £223 per month over the standard 10-month billing cycle. Band A starts at £1,486, Band H reaches £4,458. That puts Barnsley roughly in line with the England average.
All bands for Barnsley
England uses bands A–H based on April 1991 valuations.
| Band | Property value | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Up to £40,000 | £1,486 | £149 |
| B | £40,001 – £52,000 | £1,734 | £173 |
| C | £52,001 – £68,000 | £1,981 | £198 |
| D | £68,001 – £88,000 | £2,229 | £223 |
| E | £88,001 – £120,000 | £2,724 | £272 |
| F | £120,001 – £160,000 | £3,220 | £322 |
| G | £160,001 – £320,000 | £3,715 | £372 |
| H | Over £320,000 | £4,458 | £446 |
Annual rates include police, fire, and parish precepts where applicable. Monthly figures assume the standard 10-month UK billing cycle (April to January). Many councils offer 12-month instalments on request.
Discounts and exemptions in Barnsley
The following discounts apply across England and Barnsley specifically:
- 25% offSingle-person discount. If you live alone, you get 25% off your bill. Apply via Barnsley Council's website.
- 100%Full-time students. A property occupied entirely by full-time students is fully exempt from council tax.
- 100%Severe mental impairment. Households where every adult has a diagnosed severe mental impairment are fully exempt.
- 1 bandDisability reduction. Properties with specific disability adaptations are charged at the rate for one band lower.
- VariesEmpty or unfurnished property. Barnsley sets its own discount level (typically 0% to 100% for the first few weeks). Many councils apply a premium after 1 to 5 years of vacancy.
How Barnsley compares
Barnsley's Band D rate of £2,229 is roughly in line with the England average (England average: £2,223). The UK as a whole ranges from roughly £1,000 (Westminster) up to over £2,500 (Nottingham, Rutland).
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Barnsley council tax FAQ
How much is council tax in Barnsley for 2025/26?▾
Band D council tax in Barnsley is £2229 per year for 2025/26. Band A is £1486, Band H is £4458. Most households pay the bill in 10 instalments from April to January.
What is the cheapest council tax band in Barnsley?▾
Band A is the lowest, currently £1486 per year in Barnsley. It applies to the lowest-valued properties (under £40,000 at 1991 valuations).
Does Barnsley offer a single-person discount?▾
Yes. If you live alone in Barnsley, you can claim a 25% single-person discount on your council tax. Apply directly via Barnsley Council's website with proof you are the only adult resident.
Are full-time students exempt from council tax in Barnsley?▾
Yes. A property occupied entirely by full-time students in Barnsley is fully exempt from council tax. Mixed households (students plus non-students) get a partial discount instead.
When does Barnsley review or change council tax rates?▾
Barnsley sets new council tax rates each February or March for the financial year starting that April. The 2025/26 rate of £2229 for Band D took effect on 1 April 2025 and runs to 31 March 2026.
How does Barnsley compare to nearby councils?▾
Barnsley's Band D rate of £2229 is roughly in line with the England average. Closest comparable authorities: Hampshire (£2227), Peterborough (£2231), Bolton (£2232).
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Band D rates sourced from MHCLG (Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government) and individual council publications for the 2025/26 financial year.
Other bands are computed using the statutory band ratios. Final amount on your specific property may differ if you qualify for discounts or if parish precepts vary within the local authority. Always confirm withBarnsley Council before relying on these figures for budgeting.