Council Tax Bury St Edmunds 2025-26
West Suffolk (Bury St Edmunds) · Tax year 2025-26 (April 2025 – March 2026)
Bury St Edmunds council tax bands 2025-26
| Band | Property value (1991) | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Up to £40,000 | £1,367 | £114 |
| B | £40,001–£52,000 | £1,594 | £133 |
| C | £52,001–£68,000 | £1,822 | £152 |
| D | £68,001–£88,000 | £2,050 | £171 |
| E | £88,001–£120,000 | £2,506 | £209 |
| F | £120,001–£160,000 | £2,961 | £247 |
| G | £160,001–£320,000 | £3,417 | £285 |
| H | Over £320,000 | £4,100 | £342 |
How Bury St Edmunds compares
The average Band D council tax in England is £2,280/year. Bury St Edmunds is £230 below average (£19/month less).
Council tax discounts in Bury St Edmunds
Frequently asked questions
Can I appeal my council tax band in Bury St Edmunds?
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 £205–£410/year in Bury St Edmunds. A successful appeal is backdated — check similar nearby properties that have been revalued.
Do I qualify for Council Tax Reduction in Bury St Edmunds?
Council Tax Reduction (CTR) is means-tested and run by Bury St Edmunds. 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 Bury St Edmunds council as many eligible households miss out.
How do I claim the 25% single person discount in Bury St Edmunds?
If you live alone, contact Bury St Edmunds council to claim the 25% single person discount. This saves £513/year (£43/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 Bury St Edmunds council tax set?
West Suffolk (Bury St Edmunds) sets the annual rate each February/March. The 2025-26 Band D rate of £2,050 includes precepts from police, fire, and (in two-tier areas) county council.
I just moved to Bury St Edmunds — how is my council tax worked out?
H) and the number of adults living there. Bury St Edmunds's Band D rate is £2,050/year in 2025-26. You pay from the day you move in; contact Bury St Edmunds council within 21 days to register, and check whether you qualify for any discounts or reductions.