How it works
Enter your home's open-market value as at 1 April 1991. We map it to the correct band (A–H) and show the band multiplier. Your actual bill is your local council's Band D charge multiplied by that figure.
In detail
Council Tax is a local tax on domestic property in England. Each home is put in one of eight bands (A to H) based on its open-market value on 1 April 1991.
England bands (1991 values)
| Band | 1991 value | Multiplier (vs Band D) |
|---|---|---|
| A | up to £40,000 | 6/9 (0.667×) |
| B | £40,001–£52,000 | 7/9 (0.778×) |
| C | £52,001–£68,000 | 8/9 (0.889×) |
| D | £68,001–£88,000 | 9/9 (1.000×) |
| E | £88,001–£120,000 | 11/9 (1.222×) |
| F | £120,001–£160,000 | 13/9 (1.444×) |
| G | £160,001–£320,000 | 15/9 (1.667×) |
| H | over £320,000 | 18/9 (2.000×) |
How your bill is worked out
Your council sets a Band D charge. Every other band pays that charge multiplied by its multiplier — so a Band A home pays two-thirds of the Band D charge, and a Band H home pays double.
Scotland and Wales
Scotland and Wales use related but separate systems (Wales has an extra Band I after its 2003 revaluation). For the exact amount, check your local valuation authority. The authoritative source is GOV.UK — Council Tax bands.
For a full walkthrough of every band, the single-person 25% discount and what a Band D home actually costs, see our Council Tax bands guide.
FAQ
What are Council Tax bands based on?
In England, bands are based on the property's open-market value on 1 April 1991. The bands run A (cheapest) to H (most expensive).
How is my Council Tax bill calculated?
Your local council sets a Band D charge; your bill is that charge multiplied by your band's multiplier (Band A = 0.667×, Band D = 1×, Band H = 2×).
Can I challenge my band?
Yes. You can ask the Valuation Office Agency to review your band if you think it's wrong, though a successful challenge could move you up or down a band.
Do Scotland and Wales use the same bands?
They use related but separate systems. Wales has an extra Band I after its 2003 revaluation. Check your local valuation authority for the exact figures.