Council Tax in Folkestone and Hythe 2026/27
Folkestone and Hythe · Band D rate: £2,457.48/year
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Council Tax Rates by Band — Folkestone and Hythe 2026/27
| Band | 1991 value range | Annual charge | Monthly (÷12) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Band A | Up to £40,000 | £1,638.32 | £136.53 |
| Band B | £40,001 – £52,000 | £1,911.37 | £159.28 |
| Band C | £52,001 – £68,000 | £2,184.43 | £182.04 |
| Band D(reference) | £68,001 – £88,000 | £2,457.48 | £204.79 |
| Band E | £88,001 – £120,000 | £3,003.59 | £250.30 |
| Band F | £120,001 – £160,000 | £3,549.69 | £295.81 |
| Band G | £160,001 – £320,000 | £4,095.80 | £341.32 |
| Band H | Over £320,000 | £4,914.96 | £409.58 |
Charges shown are for Folkestone and Hythe before any discounts or reductions. Single-person discount reduces the bill by 25%.
Band D Rate History — Folkestone and Hythe
| Year | Band D rate | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026/27(current) | £2,457.48 | +4.1% |
| 2025/26 | £2,360.75 | — |
About Council Tax in Folkestone and Hythe
Folkestone and Hythe Council charges £2,457 at Band D for 2026/27, just above the national average. That's up 4.1% from £2,361 in 2025/26.
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£1,916.22/year at Band D
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£2,205.12/year at Band D
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£2,230.33/year at Band D
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