Wakefield Council Tax 2025/26
Band D rate: £2,156 per year (£216 per month over the standard 10-month Wakefield payment cycle).
Quick answer
Council tax in Wakefield for 2025/26 is £2,156 a year for a Band D property, about £216 per month over the standard 10-month billing cycle. Band A starts at £1,437, Band H reaches £4,312. That puts Wakefield roughly in line with the England average.
All bands for Wakefield
England uses bands A–H based on April 1991 valuations.
| Band | Property value | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Up to £40,000 | £1,437 | £144 |
| B | £40,001 – £52,000 | £1,677 | £168 |
| C | £52,001 – £68,000 | £1,916 | £192 |
| D | £68,001 – £88,000 | £2,156 | £216 |
| E | £88,001 – £120,000 | £2,635 | £264 |
| F | £120,001 – £160,000 | £3,114 | £311 |
| G | £160,001 – £320,000 | £3,593 | £359 |
| H | Over £320,000 | £4,312 | £431 |
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 Wakefield
The following discounts apply across England and Wakefield specifically:
- 25% offSingle-person discount. If you live alone, you get 25% off your bill. Apply via Wakefield 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. Wakefield 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 Wakefield compares
Wakefield's Band D rate of £2,156 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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Wakefield council tax FAQ
How much is council tax in Wakefield for 2025/26?▾
Band D council tax in Wakefield is £2156 per year for 2025/26. Band A is £1437, Band H is £4312. Most households pay the bill in 10 instalments from April to January.
What is the cheapest council tax band in Wakefield?▾
Band A is the lowest, currently £1437 per year in Wakefield. It applies to the lowest-valued properties (under £40,000 at 1991 valuations).
Does Wakefield offer a single-person discount?▾
Yes. If you live alone in Wakefield, you can claim a 25% single-person discount on your council tax. Apply directly via Wakefield Council's website with proof you are the only adult resident.
Are full-time students exempt from council tax in Wakefield?▾
Yes. A property occupied entirely by full-time students in Wakefield is fully exempt from council tax. Mixed households (students plus non-students) get a partial discount instead.
When does Wakefield review or change council tax rates?▾
Wakefield sets new council tax rates each February or March for the financial year starting that April. The 2025/26 rate of £2156 for Band D took effect on 1 April 2025 and runs to 31 March 2026.
How does Wakefield compare to nearby councils?▾
Wakefield's Band D rate of £2156 is roughly in line with the England average. Closest comparable authorities: Salford (£2156), Sunderland (£2153), Southampton (£2160).
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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 withWakefield Council before relying on these figures for budgeting.