Council Tax Grimsby 2026-27
In Grimsby, council tax for a Band D property is £2,483.85 a year (£207 a month) for 2026-27. A single adult living alone pays £1,862.89 after the 25% single person discount.
Grimsby is billed by North East Lincolnshire Council · 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027 · Source: MHCLG
Grimsby council tax bands 2026-27
| Band | Property value (1991) | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Up to £40,000 | £1,655.90 | £138 |
| B | £40,001 to £52,000 | £1,931.88 | £161 |
| C | £52,001 to £68,000 | £2,207.87 | £184 |
| D | £68,001 to £88,000 | £2,483.85 | £207 |
| E | £88,001 to £120,000 | £3,035.82 | £253 |
| F | £120,001 to £160,000 | £3,587.78 | £299 |
| G | £160,001 to £320,000 | £4,139.75 | £345 |
| H | Over £320,000 | £4,967.70 | £414 |
How Grimsby compares
The average Band D council tax in England for 2026-27 is £2,391.52 a year (MHCLG). Grimsby is £92.33 above average (£8/month more).
Council tax discounts in Grimsby
Frequently asked questions
Can I appeal my council tax band in Grimsby?
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 Grimsby, moving from Band D to Band C would lower the 2026-27 bill by £275.98 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 Grimsby?
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 Grimsby?
If you are the only adult in your home, contact Grimsby directly to apply for the 25% single person discount. This reduces Band D from £2,483.85 to £1,862.89/year, a saving of £621/year or £52/month. It is not applied automatically; you must claim it.
How is council tax calculated in Grimsby?
The Band D figure for 2026-27 is £2,483.85 (average Band D for the whole North East Lincolnshire Council area, including county, police, fire and average parish precepts). Every other band is a fixed ratio of Band D: Band A is 6/9 of Band D (£1,655.90) and Band H is 18/9 (£4,967.70).
Do I qualify for Council Tax Reduction in Grimsby?
Council Tax Reduction (CTR) is means-tested and administered by Grimsby. 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 Grimsby council, there is no automatic entitlement and many eligible households miss out by not applying.
What if I cannot afford my council tax in Grimsby?
Contact Grimsby 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 (£2,483.85 at Band D).
Where does the Grimsby figure come from?
From Council Tax levels set by local authorities in England 2026 to 2027, published by MHCLG. Grimsby is billed by North East Lincolnshire Council, so the figure is that council's area Band D; a parish or town council precept, where there is one, can add to it. Your bill is the final word.
Council tax by band in Grimsby
Take-home pay in Grimsby
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