Council Tax Kensington & Chelsea 2025-26
Kensington & Chelsea Council · Tax year 2025-26 (April 2025 – March 2026)
Kensington & Chelsea council tax bands 2025-26
| Band | Property value (1991) | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Up to £40,000 | £1,056 | £88 |
| B | £40,001–£52,000 | £1,232 | £103 |
| C | £52,001–£68,000 | £1,408 | £117 |
| D | £68,001–£88,000 | £1,584 | £132 |
| E | £88,001–£120,000 | £1,936 | £161 |
| F | £120,001–£160,000 | £2,288 | £191 |
| G | £160,001–£320,000 | £2,640 | £220 |
| H | Over £320,000 | £3,168 | £264 |
How Kensington & Chelsea compares
The average Band D council tax in England is £2,280/year. Kensington & Chelsea is £696 below average (£58/month less).
Council tax discounts in Kensington & Chelsea
Frequently asked questions
Can I appeal my council tax band in Kensington & Chelsea?
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 £158–£317/year in Kensington & Chelsea. A successful appeal is backdated — check similar nearby properties that have been revalued.
Do I qualify for Council Tax Reduction in Kensington & Chelsea?
Council Tax Reduction (CTR) is means-tested and run by Kensington & Chelsea. 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 Kensington & Chelsea council as many eligible households miss out.
How do I claim the 25% single person discount in Kensington & Chelsea?
If you live alone, contact Kensington & Chelsea council to claim the 25% single person discount. This saves £396/year (£33/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 Kensington & Chelsea council tax set?
Kensington & Chelsea Council sets the annual rate each February/March. The 2025-26 Band D rate of £1,584 includes precepts from police, fire, and (in two-tier areas) county council.
I just moved to Kensington & Chelsea — how is my council tax worked out?
H) and the number of adults living there. Kensington & Chelsea's Band D rate is £1,584/year in 2025-26. You pay from the day you move in; contact Kensington & Chelsea council within 21 days to register, and check whether you qualify for any discounts or reductions.