Council Tax Forest of Dean 2025-26
Forest of Dean District Council · Tax year 2025-26 (April 2025 – March 2026)
Forest of Dean 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 Forest of Dean compares
The average Band D council tax in England is £2,280/year. Forest of Dean is £230 below average (£19/month less).
Council tax discounts in Forest of Dean
Frequently asked questions
Can I appeal my council tax band in Forest of Dean?
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 Forest of Dean. A successful appeal is backdated — check similar nearby properties that have been revalued.
Do I qualify for Council Tax Reduction in Forest of Dean?
Council Tax Reduction (CTR) is means-tested and run by Forest of Dean. 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 Forest of Dean council as many eligible households miss out.
How do I claim the 25% single person discount in Forest of Dean?
If you live alone, contact Forest of Dean 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 Forest of Dean council tax set?
Forest of Dean District Council 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 Forest of Dean — how is my council tax worked out?
H) and the number of adults living there. Forest of Dean's Band D rate is £2,050/year in 2025-26. You pay from the day you move in; contact Forest of Dean council within 21 days to register, and check whether you qualify for any discounts or reductions.