Council tax bills are set to rise for millions of households across England, Scotland, and Wales in April.
In 2025-26, the government will increase the funding it provides to councils. But despite this, the Local Government Association has said that council finances remain "extremely challenging”.
In England, councils responsible for social care can raise council tax by up to 4.99% annually without the need for a referendum, while smaller councils without social care duties can increase bills by up to 2.99%.
But for 2025-26, the government has allowed six areas to exceed the 4.99% cap. So how does this affect council tax rises in the Yorkshire region? We’ve rounded up the 13 local councils to find out.
The below are listed from lowest increase to highest increase. We’ve noted whether the rises are proposed (i.e., yet to be formally approved) or confirmed at the time of writing.

9. Leeds City Council (4.99% proposed)
Leeds City Council is set to raise council tax by 4.99% for 2025/26, including a 2.99% increase for the Leeds portion and a 1.99% rise for adult social care. | Chris - stock.adobe.com
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10. North Yorkshire Council (4.99% confirmed)
North Yorkshire County Council approved a 4.99% council tax increase for the 2025/26 financial year in February 2025. | Yorkshire Post

11. Sheffield City Council (4.99% proposed)
Sheffield City Council is proposing a 4.99% council tax increase for 2025/26, expected to generate around £17.2 million for the city. | teamjackson - stock.adobe.com

12. Wakefield Council (4.99% proposed)
Wakefield Council's proposed council tax increase for 2025/26 is 4.99%, the maximum allowed by the Government. This will mean an additional £1.65 per week for Band D households and £1.10 per week for Band A households. | Chris Chambers - stock.adobe.com