Blackburn with Darwen Council Tax 2025/26
Band D rate: £2,219 per year (£222 per month over the standard 10-month Blackburn with Darwen payment cycle).
Quick answer
Council tax in Blackburn with Darwen for 2025/26 is £2,219 a year for a Band D property, about £222 per month over the standard 10-month billing cycle. Band A starts at £1,479, Band H reaches £4,438. That puts Blackburn with Darwen roughly in line with the England average.
All bands for Blackburn with Darwen
England uses bands A–H based on April 1991 valuations.
| Band | Property value | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Up to £40,000 | £1,479 | £148 |
| B | £40,001 – £52,000 | £1,726 | £173 |
| C | £52,001 – £68,000 | £1,972 | £197 |
| D | £68,001 – £88,000 | £2,219 | £222 |
| E | £88,001 – £120,000 | £2,712 | £271 |
| F | £120,001 – £160,000 | £3,205 | £321 |
| G | £160,001 – £320,000 | £3,698 | £370 |
| H | Over £320,000 | £4,438 | £444 |
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 Blackburn with Darwen
The following discounts apply across England and Blackburn with Darwen specifically:
- 25% offSingle-person discount. If you live alone, you get 25% off your bill. Apply via Blackburn with Darwen 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. Blackburn with Darwen 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 Blackburn with Darwen compares
Blackburn with Darwen's Band D rate of £2,219 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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Blackburn with Darwen council tax FAQ
How much is council tax in Blackburn with Darwen for 2025/26?▾
Band D council tax in Blackburn with Darwen is £2219 per year for 2025/26. Band A is £1479, Band H is £4438. Most households pay the bill in 10 instalments from April to January.
What is the cheapest council tax band in Blackburn with Darwen?▾
Band A is the lowest, currently £1479 per year in Blackburn with Darwen. It applies to the lowest-valued properties (under £40,000 at 1991 valuations).
Does Blackburn with Darwen offer a single-person discount?▾
Yes. If you live alone in Blackburn with Darwen, you can claim a 25% single-person discount on your council tax. Apply directly via Blackburn with Darwen Council's website with proof you are the only adult resident.
Are full-time students exempt from council tax in Blackburn with Darwen?▾
Yes. A property occupied entirely by full-time students in Blackburn with Darwen is fully exempt from council tax. Mixed households (students plus non-students) get a partial discount instead.
When does Blackburn with Darwen review or change council tax rates?▾
Blackburn with Darwen sets new council tax rates each February or March for the financial year starting that April. The 2025/26 rate of £2219 for Band D took effect on 1 April 2025 and runs to 31 March 2026.
How does Blackburn with Darwen compare to nearby councils?▾
Blackburn with Darwen's Band D rate of £2219 is roughly in line with the England average. Closest comparable authorities: Plymouth (£2220), Hampshire (£2227), Sheffield (£2210).
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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 withBlackburn with Darwen Council before relying on these figures for budgeting.