2025/26 rates — England
Find your council tax band
and annual charge
Enter your postcode to see your band, the current charge, and how your council compares to its neighbours.
England only — Wales and Scotland use different systems
Instant band lookup
Enter any English postcode to find the council tax band and current annual charge.
5-year charge history
See how your council's rates have changed year on year with interactive charts.
Council comparison
Find out how your council compares to neighbouring authorities for the same band.
Appeal your band
Think your band is wrong? Our step-by-step guide explains how to challenge it.
How council tax bands work
Every property in England is assigned a band (A–H) based on its estimated value as at 1 April 1991. Band D is the reference point — other bands are fractions of it.
| Band | 1991 property value | Ratio to Band D | Example charge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Up to £40,000 | 6/9 (67%) | £1,447 |
| B | £40,001 – £52,000 | 7/9 (78%) | £1,688 |
| C | £52,001 – £68,000 | 8/9 (89%) | £1,930 |
| D reference | £68,001 – £88,000 | 9/9 (100%) | £2,171 |
| E | £88,001 – £120,000 | 11/9 (122%) | £2,653 |
| F | £120,001 – £160,000 | 13/9 (144%) | £3,135 |
| G | £160,001 – £320,000 | 15/9 (167%) | £3,618 |
| H | Over £320,000 | 18/9 (200%) | £4,342 |
* Based on England average Band D rate of £2,171 for 2025/26.
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Frequently asked questions
- How do I find my council tax band?
- Enter your postcode on Council Tax Checker to instantly see your council tax band and the 2025/26 annual charge. You can also check on the official VOA (Valuation Office Agency) website at tax.service.gov.uk/check-council-tax-band.
- What is council tax band A, B, C, D, E, F, G or H?
- Council tax bands in England run from A (lowest) to H (highest), based on estimated property values as at 1 April 1991. Band D is the reference point — Band A pays 6/9ths of Band D and Band H pays twice Band D. For 2025/26, the national average Band D charge is around £2,171 per year.
- Can I appeal my council tax band?
- Yes. You can challenge your council tax band by submitting a proposal to the Valuation Office Agency (VOA). The process is free. Around 400,000 properties in England are estimated to be in the wrong band. See our step-by-step appeal guide for details.
- Why do council tax rates vary between councils?
- Each local authority sets its own council tax rate annually, based on its budget requirements. The rate also includes precepts from the police and crime commissioner and fire authority. This means two properties in the same band but different councils can pay very different amounts.
- How is my council tax band calculated?
- Council tax bands are based on the estimated open market value of your property as at 1 April 1991, set by the Valuation Office Agency. If your property was built after 1991, a notional 1991 value is used. The band has nothing to do with current market values.