Council Tax Bourton-on-the-Water 2025-26
Cotswold District (Bourton-on-the-Water) · Tax year 2025-26 (April 2025 – March 2026)
Bourton-on-the-Water council tax bands 2025-26
| Band | Property value (1991) | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Up to £40,000 | £1,300 | £108 |
| B | £40,001–£52,000 | £1,517 | £126 |
| C | £52,001–£68,000 | £1,733 | £144 |
| D | £68,001–£88,000 | £1,950 | £163 |
| E | £88,001–£120,000 | £2,383 | £199 |
| F | £120,001–£160,000 | £2,817 | £235 |
| G | £160,001–£320,000 | £3,250 | £271 |
| H | Over £320,000 | £3,900 | £325 |
How Bourton-on-the-Water compares
The average Band D council tax in England is £2,280/year. Bourton-on-the-Water is £330 below average (£27/month less).
Council tax discounts in Bourton-on-the-Water
Frequently asked questions
Can I appeal my council tax band in Bourton-on-the-Water?
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 £195–£390/year in Bourton-on-the-Water. A successful appeal is backdated — check similar nearby properties that have been revalued.
Do I qualify for Council Tax Reduction in Bourton-on-the-Water?
Council Tax Reduction (CTR) is means-tested and run by Bourton-on-the-Water. 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 Bourton-on-the-Water council as many eligible households miss out.
How do I claim the 25% single person discount in Bourton-on-the-Water?
If you live alone, contact Bourton-on-the-Water council to claim the 25% single person discount. This saves £488/year (£41/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 Bourton-on-the-Water council tax set?
Cotswold District (Bourton-on-the-Water) sets the annual rate each February/March. The 2025-26 Band D rate of £1,950 includes precepts from police, fire, and (in two-tier areas) county council.
I just moved to Bourton-on-the-Water — how is my council tax worked out?
H) and the number of adults living there. Bourton-on-the-Water's Band D rate is £1,950/year in 2025-26. You pay from the day you move in; contact Bourton-on-the-Water council within 21 days to register, and check whether you qualify for any discounts or reductions.