Council Tax in Blaenau Gwent 2026-27: Every Band
Band D council tax in Blaenau Gwent is £2,531.26 a year (£210.94 a month over 12 payments). Band A is £1,687.51 and Band I is £5,906.27.
| Band | Property value | A year | A month (12 payments) | Living alone (25% off) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Band A | Up to £44,000 | £1,687.51 | £140.63 | £1,265.63 |
| Band B | £44,001 to £65,000 | £1,968.76 | £164.06 | £1,476.57 |
| Band C | £65,001 to £91,000 | £2,250.01 | £187.50 | £1,687.51 |
| Band D | £91,001 to £123,000 | £2,531.26 | £210.94 | £1,898.45 |
| Band E | £123,001 to £162,000 | £3,093.76 | £257.81 | £2,320.32 |
| Band F | £162,001 to £223,000 | £3,656.26 | £304.69 | £2,742.20 |
| Band G | £223,001 to £324,000 | £4,218.77 | £351.56 | £3,164.08 |
| Band H | £324,001 to £424,000 | £5,062.52 | £421.88 | £3,796.89 |
| Band I | Over £424,000 | £5,906.27 | £492.19 | £4,429.70 |
Most councils collect council tax in ten monthly instalments from April, so your monthly payment may be higher than shown if you pay over 10 months.
How Blaenau Gwent compares
- Band D in Blaenau Gwent is £2,531.26, which is £248.18 above the Wales average of £2,283.08.
- It ranks 3 of 22 authorities in Wales from highest to lowest Band D.
- Compared with last year, Band D rose by 4.2%.
Discounts and exemptions
- Living alone: 25% off, £1,898.45 a year at Band D.
- Full-time students: a household made up only of full-time students pays no council tax.
- Help with the bill: councils run a council tax reduction scheme for people on a low income, so ask Blaenau Gwent council.
Read how council tax works in our council tax guide. Your band is based on the value of the property on 1 April 2003.
Housing costs in Blaenau Gwent
The average house price in Blaenau Gwent is £144,294. See house prices in Blaenau Gwent and use the mortgage calculator to work out payments.
Areas with similar charges
| Area | Band D |
|---|---|
| Neath Port Talbot | £2,541.39 |
| Bridgend | £2,477.99 |
| Conwy | £2,472.82 |
| Merthyr Tydfil | £2,593.60 |
| Gwynedd | £2,468.77 |
| Ceredigion | £2,419.45 |
Source: Welsh Government, Council tax levels April 2026 to March 2027. Welsh bands other than D are worked out with the official multipliers (A 6/9 up to I 21/9). Figures are for a dwelling occupied by two adults before discounts.
Frequently asked questions
How much is council tax in Blaenau Gwent?
Band D council tax in Blaenau Gwent is £2,531.26 for 2026-27, up 4.2% on last year. Band A is £1,687.51 and Band H is £5,062.52.
Is council tax in Blaenau Gwent higher than average?
The average Band D in Wales is £2,283.08, so Blaenau Gwent is £248.18 above the Wales average.
Do I get a discount if I live alone?
Yes. Living alone gives a 25% discount, which takes Band D in Blaenau Gwent down to £1,898.45.
How do I find my council tax band?
Your band is based on the value of the property on 1 April 2003. Check it on the Valuation Office Agency website or your council tax bill.
Figures are for the 2026/27 tax year from official sources and are estimates for guidance only, not financial or legal advice. Printed from ukanswers.co.uk.