Council Tax Dumfries & Galloway 2026-27
In Dumfries & Galloway, council tax for a Band D property is £1,578.65 a year (£132 a month) for 2026-27. A single adult living alone pays £1,183.99 after the 25% single person discount.
Dumfries and Galloway Council · 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027 · Source: Scottish Government
Dumfries & Galloway council tax bands 2026-27
| Band | Property value (1991) | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Up to £27,000 | £1,052.43 | £88 |
| B | £27,001 to £35,000 | £1,227.84 | £102 |
| C | £35,001 to £45,000 | £1,403.24 | £117 |
| D | £45,001 to £58,000 | £1,578.65 | £132 |
| E | £58,001 to £80,000 | £2,074.17 | £173 |
| F | £80,001 to £106,000 | £2,565.31 | £214 |
| G | £106,001 to £212,000 | £3,091.52 | £258 |
| H | Over £212,000 | £3,867.69 | £322 |
Scotland: Modified Band Multipliers
Since April 2017, Scottish councils apply steeper ratios to Bands E to H: Band H pays 882/360 of Band D, about 245%, against 200% in England. Scottish Water and waste water charges appear on the same bill but are not included in the figures above.
How Dumfries & Galloway compares
The average Band D council tax in Scotland for 2026-27 is £1,653.44 a year (Scottish Government). Dumfries & Galloway is £74.79 below average (£6/month less).
Council tax discounts in Dumfries & Galloway
Frequently asked questions
Can I appeal my council tax band in Dumfries & Galloway?
Yes. If you think your home is in the wrong band, you can ask your local Assessor (Scottish Assessors Association) to review it, free of charge. In Dumfries & Galloway, moving from Band D to Band C would lower the 2026-27 bill by £175.41 a year. A review can also move a band up, so compare with similar homes in your street first.
How do I find my council tax band in Dumfries & Galloway?
Your band depends on what your home would have been worth on 1 April 1991. Look it up on the Scottish Assessors Association website.
How do I claim the 25% single person discount in Dumfries & Galloway?
If you are the only adult in your home, contact Dumfries & Galloway directly to apply for the 25% single person discount. This reduces Band D from £1,578.65 to £1,183.99/year, a saving of £395/year or £33/month. It is not applied automatically; you must claim it.
How is council tax calculated in Dumfries & Galloway?
The Band D figure for 2026-27 is £1,578.65 (Band D set by the council, excluding water and waste water charges). Every other band is a fixed ratio of Band D: Band A is 240/360 of Band D (£1,052.43) and Band H is 882/360 (£3,867.69), Scotland having steeper ratios for Bands E to H since 2017.
Do I qualify for Council Tax Reduction in Dumfries & Galloway?
Council Tax Reduction (CTR) is means-tested and administered by Dumfries & Galloway. You may qualify if you are on a low income, receiving Universal Credit, Pension Credit, or other benefits. Reductions range from a small percentage to 100% of your bill. Apply directly to Dumfries & Galloway council, there is no automatic entitlement and many eligible households miss out by not applying.
What if I cannot afford my council tax in Dumfries & Galloway?
Contact Dumfries & Galloway as early as possible. You can ask to spread your bill over 12 months instead of 10, apply for Council Tax Reduction, or request a discretionary hardship payment. Ignoring reminders is costly: after a missed instalment the council can issue a summons and you may lose the right to pay in instalments, becoming liable for the full year (£1,578.65 at Band D).
Where does the Dumfries & Galloway figure come from?
From Council Tax by band 2026-27, published by Scottish Government. Your own bill can differ slightly if your area has a parish, town or community council precept. Your bill is the final word.
Council tax by band in Dumfries & Galloway
Take-home pay in Dumfries & Galloway
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