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Common questions

How do council tax bands work in the UK?
Council tax bands (A to H in England; A to I in Wales) are set by the Valuation Office Agency (VOA) and reflect the estimated value of a property on 1 April 1991. The higher the band, the more council tax the occupant pays. Band A is the lowest; Band H (or I in Wales) is the highest. The band stays with the property — not the owner or tenant.
How much more does a Band A property pay compared to Band H?
In England, council tax charges are set as fractions of a Band D amount. Band A pays 6/9ths of Band D; Band H pays 18/9ths (double). So a Band H property pays three times more than a Band A property at the same council rate. The actual pound amount varies by local authority and is updated each April.
Can I challenge my council tax band?
Yes. You can challenge your band via the Valuation Office Agency if you believe it is incorrect — for example if similar properties nearby are in a lower band. The process is free. You must first contact the VOA; if unresolved you can appeal to the Valuation Tribunal. Note that a challenge can result in a band increase as well as a decrease.
When were council tax bands last revalued?
England's bands have not been revalued since 1991. Wales conducted a revaluation in 2003 (effective 2005). Scotland revalued in 1985. The 1991 base means bands in England are based on property values that are over 30 years old and do not reflect current market prices.
What should I do if my council tax band seems wrong?
Check the VOA website or use this tool to compare bands of similar properties nearby. If others in an identical street are in a lower band, you have grounds to challenge. You have six months from moving in to challenge on the basis of being new to the property. After that you must show a material change or use a different grounds.