Council Tax North Lanarkshire 2025-26
North Lanarkshire Council · Tax year 2025-26 (April 2025 – March 2026)
North Lanarkshire council tax bands 2025-26
| Band | Property value (1991) | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Up to £40,000 | £1,033 | £86 |
| B | £40,001–£52,000 | £1,206 | £101 |
| C | £52,001–£68,000 | £1,378 | £115 |
| D | £68,001–£88,000 | £1,550 | £129 |
| E | £88,001–£120,000 | £2,037 | £170 |
| F | £120,001–£160,000 | £2,433 | £203 |
| G | £160,001–£320,000 | £2,919 | £243 |
| H | Over £320,000 | £3,798 | £317 |
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 on the same notice.
How North Lanarkshire compares
The average Band D council tax in Scotland is £1,579/year. North Lanarkshire is £29 below average (£2/month less).
Council tax discounts in North Lanarkshire
Frequently asked questions
Can I appeal my council tax band in North Lanarkshire?
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 £155–£310/year in North Lanarkshire. A successful appeal is backdated — check similar nearby properties that have been revalued.
Do I qualify for Council Tax Reduction in North Lanarkshire?
Council Tax Reduction (CTR) is means-tested and run by North Lanarkshire. 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 North Lanarkshire council as many eligible households miss out.
How do I claim the 25% single person discount in North Lanarkshire?
If you live alone, contact North Lanarkshire council to claim the 25% single person discount. This saves £388/year (£32/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 North Lanarkshire council tax set?
North Lanarkshire Council sets the annual rate each February/March. The 2025-26 Band D rate of £1,550 includes precepts from police, fire, and (in two-tier areas) county council.
I just moved to North Lanarkshire — how is my council tax worked out?
H) and the number of adults living there. North Lanarkshire's Band D rate is £1,550/year in 2025-26. You pay from the day you move in; contact North Lanarkshire council within 21 days to register, and check whether you qualify for any discounts or reductions.