Council Tax Neath Port Talbot 2025-26
Neath Port Talbot CBC · Tax year 2025-26 (April 2025 – March 2026)
Neath Port Talbot council tax bands 2025-26
| Band | Property value (1991) | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Up to £44,000 | £1,447 | £121 |
| B | £44,001–£65,000 | £1,688 | £141 |
| C | £65,001–£91,000 | £1,929 | £161 |
| D | £91,001–£123,000 | £2,170 | £181 |
| E | £123,001–£162,000 | £2,652 | £221 |
| F | £162,001–£223,000 | £3,134 | £261 |
| G | £223,001–£324,000 | £3,617 | £301 |
| H | £324,001–£424,000 | £4,340 | £362 |
| I | Over £424,000 | £5,063 | £422 |
How Neath Port Talbot compares
The average Band D council tax in Wales is £2,170/year. Neath Port Talbot is £0 below average (£0/month less).
Council tax discounts in Neath Port Talbot
Frequently asked questions
Can I appeal my council tax band in Neath Port Talbot?
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 £217–£434/year in Neath Port Talbot. A successful appeal is backdated — check similar nearby properties that have been revalued.
Do I qualify for Council Tax Reduction in Neath Port Talbot?
Council Tax Reduction (CTR) is means-tested and run by Neath Port Talbot. 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 Neath Port Talbot council as many eligible households miss out.
How do I claim the 25% single person discount in Neath Port Talbot?
If you live alone, contact Neath Port Talbot council to claim the 25% single person discount. This saves £543/year (£45/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 Neath Port Talbot council tax set?
Neath Port Talbot CBC sets the annual rate each February/March. The 2025-26 Band D rate of £2,170 includes precepts from police, fire, and (in two-tier areas) county council.
I just moved to Neath Port Talbot — how is my council tax worked out?
H) and the number of adults living there. Neath Port Talbot's Band D rate is £2,170/year in 2025-26. You pay from the day you move in; contact Neath Port Talbot council within 21 days to register, and check whether you qualify for any discounts or reductions.