Council Tax Barnet 2025-26
In Barnet, council tax for a Band D property is £1,780 a year (£148 a month) for 2025-26, with charges ranging across Bands A to H. A single adult living alone pays £1,335 after the 25% single person discount.
Barnet Council · Tax year 2025-26 (April 2025-March 2026)
Barnet council tax bands 2025-26
| Band | Property value (1991) | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Up to £40,000 | £1,187 | £99 |
| B | £40,001-£52,000 | £1,384 | £115 |
| C | £52,001-£68,000 | £1,582 | £132 |
| D | £68,001-£88,000 | £1,780 | £148 |
| E | £88,001-£120,000 | £2,176 | £181 |
| F | £120,001-£160,000 | £2,571 | £214 |
| G | £160,001-£320,000 | £2,967 | £247 |
| H | Over £320,000 | £3,560 | £297 |
How Barnet compares
The average Band D council tax in England is £2,280/year. Barnet is £500 below average (£42/month less).
Council tax discounts in Barnet
Frequently asked questions
Can I appeal my council tax band in Barnet?
Yes, if your property was placed in the wrong band when valued in 1991, you can challenge it through the Valuation Office Agency (VOA) for free. Moving down one band saves £178-£356/year in Barnet. A successful appeal is backdated, check similar nearby properties that have been revalued.
Do I qualify for Council Tax Reduction in Barnet?
Council Tax Reduction (CTR) is means-tested and run by Barnet. You may qualify if you are on Universal Credit, Pension Credit, or a low income, reductions can be up to 100% of your bill. There is no automatic entitlement; apply directly to Barnet council as many eligible households miss out.
How do I claim the 25% single person discount in Barnet?
If you live alone, contact Barnet council to claim the 25% single person discount. This saves £445/year (£37/month) on a Band D property. It is not applied automatically, you must request it, even if the council already knows you live alone.
How is Barnet council tax set?
Barnet Council sets the annual rate each February/March. The 2025-26 Band D rate of £1,780 includes precepts from police, fire, and (in two-tier areas) county council.
I just moved to Barnet, how is my council tax worked out?
H) and the number of adults living there. Barnet's Band D rate is £1,780/year in 2025-26. You pay from the day you move in; contact Barnet council within 21 days to register, and check whether you qualify for any discounts or reductions.