North Lanarkshire council tax 2026/27
Band D council tax in North Lanarkshire is £1,554.56 for 2026/27, the fourth lowest of Scotland's 32 councils. Bills rose 7%.
- Up 7% on 2025/26
- 4th lowest of 32 councils with 2026/27 figures
- With water and waste water: £2,206.88
North Lanarkshire council tax charges by band
Council tax plus Scottish Water's water and waste water charges, before any discount.
| Band | Council tax | Water and waste water | Total a year | 10 payments | 12 payments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Band Aup to £27,000 in 1991 | £1,036.37 | £434.88 | £1,471.25 | £147.13 | £122.60 |
| Band B£27,001 to £35,000 in 1991 | £1,209.10 | £507.36 | £1,716.46 | £171.65 | £143.04 |
| Band C£35,001 to £45,000 in 1991 | £1,381.83 | £579.84 | £1,961.67 | £196.17 | £163.47 |
| Band D£45,001 to £58,000 in 1991 | £1,554.56 | £652.32 | £2,206.88 | £220.69 | £183.91 |
| Band E£58,001 to £80,000 in 1991 | £2,042.52 | £797.28 | £2,839.80 | £283.98 | £236.65 |
| Band F£80,001 to £106,000 in 1991 | £2,526.16 | £942.24 | £3,468.40 | £346.84 | £289.03 |
| Band G£106,001 to £212,000 in 1991 | £3,044.35 | £1,087.20 | £4,131.55 | £413.16 | £344.30 |
| Band Hover £212,000 in 1991 | £3,808.67 | £1,304.64 | £5,113.31 | £511.33 | £426.11 |
Band D in North Lanarkshire compared with the lowest, the average and the highest council
Council tax £1,554.56 plus water and waste water £652.32 a year.
North Lanarkshire council tax band D
North Lanarkshire's council tax went up 7% for 2026/27. A Band D bill rose £101.70, from £1,452.86 to £1,554.56.
Band D is about £99 under the Scottish average of £1,653. It is the fourth lowest of the 32 councils.
Much cheaper than Glasgow
Moving across the boundary from Glasgow saves £151.44 a year at Band D. East Dunbartonshire is £197.11 dearer, and Falkirk £160.53 dearer.
West Lothian costs £73.03 more. Only South Lanarkshire is cheaper, by £86.09.
A Band B home with water
For 2026/27, Band B council tax is £1,209.10. Water and waste water add £507.36, a total of £1,716.46. One adult on their own pays £906.83 in council tax.
On 10 monthly payments from April to January, that is £171.65 a month, or £143.04 over 12.
Care leavers and other exemptions
Care leavers aged 18 to 25 are exempt if a council looked after them on or after their 16th birthday. A home lived in only by care leavers is exempt.
Full-time students and under-18s are also covered by exemptions. The council has a dedicated page on the care leavers exemption.
Second homes
North Lanarkshire increased liability on second homes by 100% from 1 April 2024. Second homes pay double.
Paying your bill
You can pay by Direct Debit or through the council website. Ask about 12 monthly payments if 10 is hard to manage.
Council Tax Reduction can help if your household has a low income and savings under £16,000.
Quick answers
- How much is council tax in North Lanarkshire in 2026/27?
Band D is £1,554.56, with Band A at £1,036.37 and Band H at £3,808.67.
- Is North Lanarkshire council tax cheaper than Glasgow?
Yes, by £151.44 a year at Band D. Glasgow charges £1,706.
- Do care leavers pay council tax in North Lanarkshire?
No. Care leavers aged 18 to 25 who were looked after by a council on or after their 16th birthday are exempt.
- How much did North Lanarkshire council tax rise?
By 7% for 2026/27, adding £101.70 to a Band D bill.