Residents of Birmingham will face a council tax increase in 2026/27, a trend becoming all too familiar. Owners of a Band D property in Birmingham will pay an average of £2,362.90, marking a rise of £117.49 from the previous year.
For comparison, nearby areas show varied figures: Wolverhampton property owners will pay £2,538.99, Walsall residents £2,627.48, while Solihull sits lower at £2,197.26.
To put these into a broader perspective, here is a detailed breakdown of average council tax rates for all local authority areas across England for the upcoming year.
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This comprehensive data, published by the Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government, reflects average Band D council tax levels. It includes all applicable charges such as the adult social care levy, parish precepts, and levies for police, fire services, and regional authorities where relevant.
The data is categorized into four segments for clarity: Metropolitan boroughs, London boroughs, unitary authorities, and district and county councils. Each section is listed alphabetically and features the local authority’s name, the average Band D council tax for 2026/27, the 2025/26 figure in brackets, and the increase amount between the two years.
This snapshot offers a comprehensive view of how Birmingham’s council tax stacks up against other regions, providing residents and stakeholders with critical insight into local government funding for the year ahead.