Council Tax in Cardiff 2026-27: Every Band
Band D council tax in Cardiff is £2,013.18 a year (£167.77 a month over 12 payments). Band A is £1,342.12 and Band I is £4,697.42.
| Band | Property value | A year | A month (12 payments) | Living alone (25% off) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Band A | Up to £44,000 | £1,342.12 | £111.84 | £1,006.59 |
| Band B | £44,001 to £65,000 | £1,565.81 | £130.48 | £1,174.36 |
| Band C | £65,001 to £91,000 | £1,789.49 | £149.12 | £1,342.12 |
| Band D | £91,001 to £123,000 | £2,013.18 | £167.77 | £1,509.89 |
| Band E | £123,001 to £162,000 | £2,460.55 | £205.05 | £1,845.41 |
| Band F | £162,001 to £223,000 | £2,907.93 | £242.33 | £2,180.95 |
| Band G | £223,001 to £324,000 | £3,355.30 | £279.61 | £2,516.48 |
| Band H | £324,001 to £424,000 | £4,026.36 | £335.53 | £3,019.77 |
| Band I | Over £424,000 | £4,697.42 | £391.45 | £3,523.07 |
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 Cardiff compares
- Band D in Cardiff is £2,013.18, which is £269.90 below the Wales average of £2,283.08.
- It ranks 22 of 22 authorities in Wales from highest to lowest Band D.
- Compared with last year, Band D rose by 4.5%.
Discounts and exemptions
- Living alone: 25% off, £1,509.89 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 Cardiff 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 Cardiff
The average house price in Cardiff is £272,252. See house prices in Cardiff and use the mortgage calculator to work out payments.
Areas with similar charges
| Area | Band D |
|---|---|
| Caerphilly | £2,082.88 |
| Newport | £2,088.48 |
| Torfaen | £2,155.68 |
| Pembrokeshire | £2,166.15 |
| Vale of Glamorgan | £2,231.54 |
| Swansea | £2,238.29 |
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 Cardiff?
Band D council tax in Cardiff is £2,013.18 for 2026-27, up 4.5% on last year. Band A is £1,342.12 and Band H is £4,026.36.
Is council tax in Cardiff higher than average?
The average Band D in Wales is £2,283.08, so Cardiff is £269.90 below the Wales average.
Do I get a discount if I live alone?
Yes. Living alone gives a 25% discount, which takes Band D in Cardiff down to £1,509.89.
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.