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Council Tax in Newark and Sherwood 2026-27: Every Band

Band D council tax in Newark and Sherwood is £2,682.10 a year (£223.51 a month over 12 payments). Band A is £1,788.07 and Band H is £5,364.20.

2026-27 · England · Nottinghamshire · checked 8 October 2026

BandProperty valueA yearA month (12 payments)Living alone (25% off)
Band AUp to £40,000£1,788.07£149.01£1,341.05
Band B£40,001 to £52,000£2,086.08£173.84£1,564.56
Band C£52,001 to £68,000£2,384.09£198.67£1,788.07
Band D£68,001 to £88,000£2,682.10£223.51£2,011.57
Band E£88,001 to £120,000£3,278.12£273.18£2,458.59
Band F£120,001 to £160,000£3,874.14£322.84£2,905.61
Band G£160,001 to £320,000£4,470.17£372.51£3,352.63
Band HOver £320,000£5,364.20£447.02£4,023.15

These are average figures for the whole billing area, including the county, police, fire and any parish charges. Parish and town council charges differ between neighbourhoods, so your own bill can be a little higher or lower. 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 Newark and Sherwood compares

  • Band D in Newark and Sherwood is £2,682.10, which is £290.58 above the England average of £2,391.52.
  • It ranks 10 of 296 authorities in England from highest to lowest Band D.

Discounts and exemptions

  • Living alone: 25% off, £2,011.57 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 Newark and Sherwood council.

Read how council tax works in our council tax guide. Your band is based on the value of the property on 1 April 1991.

Housing costs in Newark and Sherwood

The average house price in Newark and Sherwood is £234,764. See house prices in Newark and Sherwood and use the mortgage calculator to work out payments.

Other areas in Nottinghamshire

AreaBand D
Bassetlaw£2,644.95
Rushcliffe£2,643.27
Broxtowe£2,618.21
Gedling£2,609.55
Ashfield£2,608.76
Mansfield£2,600.38

Source: MHCLG, Council Tax levels set by local authorities in England 2026 to 2027. Figures are for a dwelling occupied by two adults before discounts.

Frequently asked questions

How much is council tax in Newark and Sherwood?

Band D council tax in Newark and Sherwood is £2,682.10 for 2026-27. Band A is £1,788.07 and Band H is £5,364.20.

Is council tax in Newark and Sherwood higher than average?

The average Band D in England is £2,391.52, so Newark and Sherwood is £290.58 above the England average. The English figure is an average for the whole area, including county, police, fire and parish charges.

Do I get a discount if I live alone?

Yes. Living alone gives a 25% discount, which takes Band D in Newark and Sherwood down to £2,011.57.

How do I find my council tax band?

Your band is based on the value of the property on 1 April 1991. Check it on GOV.UK or your council tax bill.

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