Council Tax Barking & Dagenham 2025-26
Barking & Dagenham Council · Tax year 2025-26 (April 2025 – March 2026)
Barking & Dagenham council tax bands 2025-26
| Band | Property value (1991) | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Up to £40,000 | £1,127 | £94 |
| B | £40,001–£52,000 | £1,314 | £110 |
| C | £52,001–£68,000 | £1,502 | £125 |
| D | £68,001–£88,000 | £1,690 | £141 |
| E | £88,001–£120,000 | £2,066 | £172 |
| F | £120,001–£160,000 | £2,441 | £203 |
| G | £160,001–£320,000 | £2,817 | £235 |
| H | Over £320,000 | £3,380 | £282 |
How Barking & Dagenham compares
The average Band D council tax in England is £2,280/year. Barking & Dagenham is £590 below average (£49/month less).
Council tax discounts in Barking & Dagenham
Frequently asked questions
Can I appeal my council tax band in Barking & Dagenham?
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 £169–£338/year in Barking & Dagenham. A successful appeal is backdated — check similar nearby properties that have been revalued.
Do I qualify for Council Tax Reduction in Barking & Dagenham?
Council Tax Reduction (CTR) is means-tested and run by Barking & Dagenham. 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 Barking & Dagenham council as many eligible households miss out.
How do I claim the 25% single person discount in Barking & Dagenham?
If you live alone, contact Barking & Dagenham council to claim the 25% single person discount. This saves £423/year (£35/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 Barking & Dagenham council tax set?
Barking & Dagenham Council sets the annual rate each February/March. The 2025-26 Band D rate of £1,690 includes precepts from police, fire, and (in two-tier areas) county council.
I just moved to Barking & Dagenham — how is my council tax worked out?
H) and the number of adults living there. Barking & Dagenham's Band D rate is £1,690/year in 2025-26. You pay from the day you move in; contact Barking & Dagenham council within 21 days to register, and check whether you qualify for any discounts or reductions.