What is Council Tax Bands?

Council Tax bands (A to H in England and Scotland, A to I in Wales) determine how much Council Tax a household pays, based on the property's estimated value on a fixed valuation date — 1 April 1991 in England. The Valuation Office Agency sets the band, and the local council sets the rate for each band annually. Households can challenge their band if they believe it is wrong, though a successful challenge can also raise neighbours' bands. Band determines a charge, not the property's current market value.