Ealing Council Tax 2025/26
Band D rate: £2,127 per year (£213 per month over the standard 10-month Ealing payment cycle).
Quick answer
Council tax in Ealing for 2025/26 is £2,127 a year for a Band D property, about £213 per month over the standard 10-month billing cycle. Band A starts at £1,418, Band H reaches £4,254. That puts Ealing roughly in line with the England average.
All bands for Ealing
England uses bands A–H based on April 1991 valuations.
| Band | Property value | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Up to £40,000 | £1,418 | £142 |
| B | £40,001 – £52,000 | £1,654 | £165 |
| C | £52,001 – £68,000 | £1,891 | £189 |
| D | £68,001 – £88,000 | £2,127 | £213 |
| E | £88,001 – £120,000 | £2,600 | £260 |
| F | £120,001 – £160,000 | £3,072 | £307 |
| G | £160,001 – £320,000 | £3,545 | £355 |
| H | Over £320,000 | £4,254 | £425 |
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 Ealing
The following discounts apply across England and Ealing specifically:
- 25% offSingle-person discount. If you live alone, you get 25% off your bill. Apply via Ealing 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. Ealing 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 Ealing compares
Ealing's Band D rate of £2,127 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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Ealing council tax FAQ
How much is council tax in Ealing for 2025/26?▾
Band D council tax in Ealing is £2127 per year for 2025/26. Band A is £1418, Band H is £4254. Most households pay the bill in 10 instalments from April to January.
What is the cheapest council tax band in Ealing?▾
Band A is the lowest, currently £1418 per year in Ealing. It applies to the lowest-valued properties (under £40,000 at 1991 valuations).
Does Ealing offer a single-person discount?▾
Yes. If you live alone in Ealing, you can claim a 25% single-person discount on your council tax. Apply directly via Ealing Council's website with proof you are the only adult resident.
Are full-time students exempt from council tax in Ealing?▾
Yes. A property occupied entirely by full-time students in Ealing is fully exempt from council tax. Mixed households (students plus non-students) get a partial discount instead.
When does Ealing review or change council tax rates?▾
Ealing sets new council tax rates each February or March for the financial year starting that April. The 2025/26 rate of £2127 for Band D took effect on 1 April 2025 and runs to 31 March 2026.
How does Ealing compare to nearby councils?▾
Ealing's Band D rate of £2127 is roughly in line with the England average. Closest comparable authorities: Dudley (£2127), Halton (£2123), Manchester (£2120).
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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 withEaling Council before relying on these figures for budgeting.