UK Council Tax — 2025/26
Calculate council tax with current rates, discounts, and exemptions
Generated for: Muhammad Ibrahim — UK Council Tax Calculator (2025/26)
Sources: GOV.UK & devolved pages (links in comments)
🏠 Property Information
👥 Household Information
💵 Council Tax Summary
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Detailed Calculation Breakdown
2025/26 Council Tax Bands
England & Wales
- • Band A: Up to £40,000
- • Band B: £40,001 - £52,000
- • Band C: £52,001 - £68,000
- • Band D: £68,001 - £88,000
- • Band E: £88,001 - £120,000
- • Band F: £120,001 - £160,000
- • Band G: £160,001 - £320,000
- • Band H: Over £320,000
Scotland
- • Band A: Up to £27,000
- • Band B: £27,001 - £35,000
- • Band C: £35,001 - £45,000
- • Band D: £45,001 - £58,000
- • Band E: £58,001 - £80,000
- • Band F: £80,001 - £106,000
- • Band G: £106,001 - £212,000
- • Band H: Over £212,000
Common Discounts & Exemptions
- • Single person discount: 25% reduction
- • Student-only households: 100% exemption
- • Disabled band reduction: One band lower
- • Empty property: May qualify for discount or premium
- • Second homes: May incur premium charges
Understanding Council Tax
🏠 Council Tax Bands
Properties are placed in bands based on their value in 1991 (England & Wales) or 1991 (Scotland):
- Band D is the reference point for setting council tax
- Other bands are calculated as fractions of Band D
- You can challenge your band if you think it's wrong
💰 Discounts & Exemptions
Various discounts and exemptions are available:
- Single person discount: 25% off if you live alone
- Student exemption: Full exemption for student-only households
- Disabled reduction: One band reduction for adapted properties
- Carer discount: May qualify for single person discount
🏘️ Empty Properties & Second Homes
Empty Properties: May get discount for first few months, then premium charges
Second Homes: Councils can charge up to 100% premium
Long-term Empty: Premium charges increase over time
📅 Payment Options
Council tax can usually be paid:
- Monthly by direct debit (10 or 12 months)
- Annual payment (often with discount)
- Weekly or fortnightly in some areas
Disclaimer: This calculator provides estimates for educational purposes only. Actual council tax liability may vary based on your local authority's rates, specific circumstances, and eligibility for discounts or exemptions. Council tax rates and policies can vary significantly between local authorities. Always check with your local council for accurate rates and eligibility criteria.