Council Tax Ellesmere Port 2025-26
Cheshire West and Chester (Ellesmere Port) · Tax year 2025-26 (April 2025 – March 2026)
Ellesmere Port council tax bands 2025-26
| Band | Property value (1991) | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Up to £40,000 | £1,347 | £112 |
| B | £40,001–£52,000 | £1,571 | £131 |
| C | £52,001–£68,000 | £1,796 | £150 |
| D | £68,001–£88,000 | £2,020 | £168 |
| E | £88,001–£120,000 | £2,469 | £206 |
| F | £120,001–£160,000 | £2,918 | £243 |
| G | £160,001–£320,000 | £3,367 | £281 |
| H | Over £320,000 | £4,040 | £337 |
How Ellesmere Port compares
The average Band D council tax in England is £2,280/year. Ellesmere Port is £260 below average (£22/month less).
Council tax discounts in Ellesmere Port
Frequently asked questions
Can I appeal my council tax band in Ellesmere Port?
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 £202–£404/year in Ellesmere Port. A successful appeal is backdated — check similar nearby properties that have been revalued.
Do I qualify for Council Tax Reduction in Ellesmere Port?
Council Tax Reduction (CTR) is means-tested and run by Ellesmere Port. 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 Ellesmere Port council as many eligible households miss out.
How do I claim the 25% single person discount in Ellesmere Port?
If you live alone, contact Ellesmere Port council to claim the 25% single person discount. This saves £505/year (£42/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 Ellesmere Port council tax set?
Cheshire West and Chester (Ellesmere Port) sets the annual rate each February/March. The 2025-26 Band D rate of £2,020 includes precepts from police, fire, and (in two-tier areas) county council.
I just moved to Ellesmere Port — how is my council tax worked out?
H) and the number of adults living there. Ellesmere Port's Band D rate is £2,020/year in 2025-26. You pay from the day you move in; contact Ellesmere Port council within 21 days to register, and check whether you qualify for any discounts or reductions.