Council Tax Filey 2026-27
In Filey, council tax for a Band D property is £2,550.39 a year (£213 a month) for 2026-27. A single adult living alone pays £1,912.79 after the 25% single person discount.
Filey is billed by North Yorkshire Council · 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027 · Source: MHCLG
Filey council tax bands 2026-27
| Band | Property value (1991) | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Up to £40,000 | £1,700.26 | £142 |
| B | £40,001 to £52,000 | £1,983.64 | £165 |
| C | £52,001 to £68,000 | £2,267.01 | £189 |
| D | £68,001 to £88,000 | £2,550.39 | £213 |
| E | £88,001 to £120,000 | £3,117.14 | £260 |
| F | £120,001 to £160,000 | £3,683.90 | £307 |
| G | £160,001 to £320,000 | £4,250.65 | £354 |
| H | Over £320,000 | £5,100.78 | £425 |
How Filey compares
The average Band D council tax in England for 2026-27 is £2,391.52 a year (MHCLG). Filey is £158.87 above average (£13/month more).
Council tax discounts in Filey
Frequently asked questions
Can I appeal my council tax band in Filey?
Yes. If you think your home is in the wrong band, you can ask the Valuation Office Agency (VOA) to review it, free of charge. In Filey, moving from Band D to Band C would lower the 2026-27 bill by £283.38 a year. A review can also move a band up, so compare with similar homes in your street first.
How do I find my council tax band in Filey?
Your band depends on what your home would have been worth on 1 April 1991. Look it up on the GOV.UK council tax band checker (Valuation Office Agency).
How do I claim the 25% single person discount in Filey?
If you are the only adult in your home, contact Filey directly to apply for the 25% single person discount. This reduces Band D from £2,550.39 to £1,912.79/year, a saving of £638/year or £53/month. It is not applied automatically; you must claim it.
How is council tax calculated in Filey?
The Band D figure for 2026-27 is £2,550.39 (Band D in the Filey parish area: the council area figure before parish precepts, plus the Filey precept of £61.59, calculated from the official tables). Every other band is a fixed ratio of Band D: Band A is 6/9 of Band D (£1,700.26) and Band H is 18/9 (£5,100.78).
Do I qualify for Council Tax Reduction in Filey?
Council Tax Reduction (CTR) is means-tested and administered by Filey. You may qualify if you are on a low income, receiving Universal Credit, Pension Credit, or other benefits. Reductions range from a small percentage to 100% of your bill. Apply directly to Filey council, there is no automatic entitlement and many eligible households miss out by not applying.
What if I cannot afford my council tax in Filey?
Contact Filey as early as possible. You can ask to spread your bill over 12 months instead of 10, apply for Council Tax Reduction, or request a discretionary hardship payment. Ignoring reminders is costly: after a missed instalment the council can issue a summons and you may lose the right to pay in instalments, becoming liable for the full year (£2,550.39 at Band D).
Where does the Filey figure come from?
From Council Tax levels set by local authorities in England 2026 to 2027 (Table 10) and parish precepts 2026-27, published by MHCLG. The figure is calculated for the Filey parish area from those official tables, so it includes the Filey precept. Your bill is the final word.
Council tax by band in Filey
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