Council Tax Argyll and Bute 2025-26
Argyll and Bute Council · Tax year 2025-26 (April 2025 – March 2026)
Argyll and Bute council tax bands 2025-26
| Band | Property value (1991) | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Up to £40,000 | £1,084 | £90 |
| B | £40,001–£52,000 | £1,265 | £105 |
| C | £52,001–£68,000 | £1,445 | £120 |
| D | £68,001–£88,000 | £1,626 | £136 |
| E | £88,001–£120,000 | £2,136 | £178 |
| F | £120,001–£160,000 | £2,552 | £213 |
| G | £160,001–£320,000 | £3,062 | £255 |
| H | Over £320,000 | £3,984 | £332 |
Scotland: Modified Band Multipliers
Since 2017, Scottish councils apply higher multipliers for Bands E–H, making the system more progressive. Band H in Scotland pays approximately 245% of Band D (vs 200% in England). Scottish Water charges (~£440–£480/year) are billed separately on the same notice.
How Argyll and Bute compares
The average Band D council tax in Scotland is £1,579/year. Argyll and Bute is £47 above average (£4/month more).
Council tax discounts in Argyll and Bute
Frequently asked questions
Can I appeal my council tax band in Argyll and Bute?
Yes — if your property was placed in the wrong band when valued in 1991, you can challenge it through the Valuation Office Agency (VOA) for free. Moving down one band saves £163–£325/year in Argyll and Bute. A successful appeal is backdated — check similar nearby properties that have been revalued.
Do I qualify for Council Tax Reduction in Argyll and Bute?
Council Tax Reduction (CTR) is means-tested and run by Argyll and Bute. You may qualify if you are on Universal Credit, Pension Credit, or a low income — reductions can be up to 100% of your bill. There is no automatic entitlement; apply directly to Argyll and Bute council as many eligible households miss out.
How do I claim the 25% single person discount in Argyll and Bute?
If you live alone, contact Argyll and Bute council to claim the 25% single person discount. This saves £407/year (£34/month) on a Band D property. It is not applied automatically — you must request it, even if the council already knows you live alone.
How is Argyll and Bute council tax set?
Argyll and Bute Council sets the annual rate each February/March. The 2025-26 Band D rate of £1,626 includes precepts from police, fire, and (in two-tier areas) county council.
I just moved to Argyll and Bute — how is my council tax worked out?
H) and the number of adults living there. Argyll and Bute's Band D rate is £1,626/year in 2025-26. You pay from the day you move in; contact Argyll and Bute council within 21 days to register, and check whether you qualify for any discounts or reductions.