How do I find my exact council tax band?

Use the official VOA council tax band lookup on GOV.UK by address. We show your billing authority and how the bands compare; the VOA holds the definitive band.

How do the bands compare?

Bands are set as fixed ratios of Band D (Local Government Finance Act 1992): Band A pays about two-thirds of Band D, Band H pays double. Your council sets the actual Band D amount each year.

Can I challenge my council tax band?

Yes — you can ask the VOA to review it if it looks out of line with similar neighbouring homes. Be aware a review can move your neighbours’ bands too, up or down.

Do I pay more on a second or empty home?

Often yes — from April 2025 most English councils charge up to a 100% second-home premium, and empty-home premiums escalate over time.

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Council tax band checker

Find your billing authority and see how council tax bands A–H compare. The official VOA lookup holds the definitive band for your address.

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Council tax bands — the honest version

How do I find my exact council tax band?: Use the official VOA council tax band lookup on GOV.UK by address. We show your billing authority and how the bands compare; the VOA holds the definitive band.
How do the bands compare?: Bands are set as fixed ratios of Band D (Local Government Finance Act 1992): Band A pays about two-thirds of Band D, Band H pays double. Your council sets the actual Band D amount each year.
Can I challenge my council tax band?: Yes — you can ask the VOA to review it if it looks out of line with similar neighbouring homes. Be aware a review can move your neighbours’ bands too, up or down.
Do I pay more on a second or empty home?: Often yes — from April 2025 most English councils charge up to a 100% second-home premium, and empty-home premiums escalate over time.

Council tax band checker

Council tax bands — the honest version

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