Council tax in Wakefield
The average Band D bill in Wakefield is £2,296.89 a year for 2026 to 2027, up £110.96 (+5.1%) on last year. That's £95.11 less than the England average of £2,392.
What each band pays in Wakefield
| Band | 1991 property value | Per year | Per month (10) |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Up to £40,000 | £1,531.26 | £153.13 |
| B | £40,001 to £52,000 | £1,786.47 | £178.65 |
| C | £52,001 to £68,000 | £2,041.68 | £204.17 |
| D | £68,001 to £88,000 | £2,296.89 | £229.69 |
| E | £88,001 to £120,000 | £2,807.31 | £280.73 |
| F | £120,001 to £160,000 | £3,317.73 | £331.77 |
| G | £160,001 to £320,000 | £3,828.15 | £382.82 |
| H | Over £320,000 | £4,593.78 | £459.38 |
Most councils collect council tax in 10 monthly instalments from April to January. You can ask to pay over 12 months instead, which lowers each payment. These are averages for the whole Wakefield area: if you live in a town or parish council area, that council's charge is added, so your exact bill may be a little higher or lower. Your council's website lists exact charges.
What your bill pays for
Wakefield is a metropolitan district, so the council runs most local services. The bill also includes charges for the police and fire service, which in some areas are collected through a combined or mayoral authority.
How Wakefield compares in Yorkshire and the Humber
Wakefield has the 5th cheapest Band D bill of 15 council areas in Yorkshire and the Humber. The average across those councils is £2,374.19. These are the councils nearby on price:
| Leeds | £2,283.73 | +5.1% |
| York | £2,287.15 | +5.2% |
| Kingston upon Hull | £2,295.04 | +5.2% |
| Wakefield | £2,296.89 | +5.1% |
| Barnsley | £2,325.96 | +3.8% |
| North Lincolnshire | £2,348.46 | +4.9% |
| Bradford | £2,360.73 | +5.1% |
Ways to pay less
- Single person discount: if you're the only adult at home, you get 25% off. On a Band D bill in Wakefield, that's about £574.22 a year, or £382.82 in Band A. See who counts as an adult.
- Council Tax Reduction: if you're on a low income or certain benefits, Wakefield's own scheme could cut your bill, in some cases to nothing. Each council sets its own rules, so apply directly.
- Check your band: if similar homes on your street are in a lower band, you may be able to challenge yours with the Valuation Office Agency. Your band can go up as well as down, so check carefully first. Use our band checker.
Common questions
How much is council tax in Wakefield?
The average Band D council tax bill in Wakefield is £2,296.89 a year for 2026 to 2027. Band A pays £1,531.26 and Band H pays £4,593.78. Your exact bill depends on your band and whether you live in a town or parish council area.
Has council tax gone up in Wakefield?
Yes. The average Band D bill rose by £110.96 (5.08%) from £2,185.93 in 2025 to 2026 to £2,296.89 in 2026 to 2027.
Is council tax in Wakefield higher than average?
Wakefield's average Band D bill is £95.11 less than the England average of £2,392. It's the 54th cheapest of 296 council areas in England.
How can I pay less council tax in Wakefield?
If you're the only adult at home, the 25% single person discount takes about £574.22 off a Band D bill in Wakefield. People on a low income can apply to the council for Council Tax Reduction, and you can challenge your band with the Valuation Office Agency if you think it's wrong.
Source: GOV.UK - Council tax levels set by local authorities in England 2026 to 2027 (Table 9). Area Band D figures include the billing council plus county, police, fire, Greater London Authority and average parish charges.
Last updated: 15 October 2026. Figures are for 2026 to 2027 and change every April.