Lowest council tax in Berkshire
Berkshire’s 6 areas ranked by council tax (band d) — lowest council tax. Every figure from ONS (ONSPD wards/parishes/constituencies) + GOV.UK council tax 2026/27 (MHCLG) + council political control, 2026/27 (tax); 2026 (control). Indicative, not a valuation.
| # | Area | Council tax (Band D) (£/yr) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Windsor and Maidenhead | £1,916 |
| 2 | Bracknell Forest | £2,171 |
| 3 | West Berkshire | £2,407 |
| 4 | Slough | £2,409 |
| 5 | Wokingham | £2,417 |
| 6 | Reading | £2,613 |
Source: ONS (ONSPD wards/parishes/constituencies) + GOV.UK council tax 2026/27 (MHCLG) + council political control · 2026/27 (tax); 2026 (control). Ranked lowest first.
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