Council Tax Band E in Dundee 2026-27
Council tax for a Band E property in Dundee is £2,273 a year (£189 a month, £44 a week) for the 2026-27 tax year. A single adult living alone pays £1,704 after the 25% single person discount.
Dundee City Council · Band E · Scotland · Tax year 2026-27
Band D £1,729.69: Band D set by the council, excluding water and waste water charges. Source: Scottish Government, Council Tax by band 2026-27.
How Band E in Dundee compares
The Scotland average Band E council tax is £2,172/year. Dundee Band E at £2,273 is £101 above average (£8/month more). The Band D rate for Dundee is £1,730/year.
All council tax bands in Dundee 2026-27
| Band | Property value (1991) | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Up to £27,000 | £1,153 | £96 |
| B | £27,001 to £35,000 | £1,345 | £112 |
| C | £35,001 to £45,000 | £1,538 | £128 |
| D | £45,001 to £58,000 | £1,730 | £144 |
| E | £58,001 to £80,000 | £2,273 | £189 |
| F | £80,001 to £106,000 | £2,811 | £234 |
| G | £106,001 to £212,000 | £3,387 | £282 |
| H | Over £212,000 | £4,238 | £353 |
Scotland: Modified Band Multipliers
Since 2017, Scottish councils apply higher multipliers for Bands E-H, making the system more progressive. Band H in Scotland pays approximately 245% of Band D (vs 200% in England). Scottish Water charges (~£440-£480/year) are billed separately.
Single person discount (25%)
If you are the only adult in the property, you qualify for a 25% discount. Your Band E council tax would reduce to £1,704/year (£142/month), saving £569/year. Full-time students are exempt. Low-income households may qualify for Council Tax Reduction.
Band E council tax in Dundee, what you pay in 2026-27
If your property is in Band E in Dundee, your council tax bill for 2026-27 is £2,273 per year, that is £189 per month or £44 per week.
The Scotland average for Band E is approximately £2,172/year. Dundee is £101 above the Scotland average. The reference Band D rate for Dundee is £1,730/year.
Council tax bands are based on 1991 property values (2003 for Wales). Band E covers properties valued at £58,001 to £80,000 in 1991. All bands are calculated as proportions of the Band D rate set by Dundee City Council each year.
Frequently asked questions
How much is Band E council tax in Dundee 2026-27?
Band E council tax in Dundee for 2026-27 is £2,273 per year (£189 per month, £44 per week). With the 25% single person discount it reduces to £1,704/year.
How is council tax band calculated?
In Scotland, bands are based on what the home would have been worth on 1 April 1991, set by the local Assessor. Band D is the reference rate; Bands A to D are 240/360 to 360/360 of it and, since April 2017, Bands E to H are 473/360, 585/360, 705/360 and 882/360.
Can I appeal my council tax band?
Yes. You can challenge your band if you believe it is wrong. In England and Wales, contact the Valuation Office Agency (VOA). In Scotland, contact the Scottish Assessors Association. You can appeal if: the property has been altered, your band is higher than similar nearby properties, or you believe the 1991 valuation was incorrect. Be aware that an appeal can also result in your band being raised.
How does Band E compare to the Scotland average?
The Scotland average Band E council tax is approximately £2,172/year. Dundee Band E at £2,273 is £101 above the Scotland average.
How much does Band E council tax actually cost per day in Dundee?
Band E council tax in Dundee costs £6.23 per day (365 days). Over 10 years (without council tax increases) that is £22,726, and over 25 years £56,816. Monthly it is £189, and weekly £44.
What discounts and exemptions are available for Band E in Dundee?
Several reductions can apply to Band E council tax in Dundee: (1) Single person discount (25%) reduces the annual bill to £1,704/year. (2) Full-time students are exempt. (3) Severely mentally impaired residents are disregarded. (4) Low-income households may qualify for Council Tax Reduction (CTR), potentially reducing the bill to zero. (5) Empty or second homes may attract a premium rather than a discount. Contact Dundee City Council directly to apply.