Council Tax Perth and Kinross 2025-26
Perth and Kinross Council · Tax year 2025-26 (April 2025 – March 2026)
Perth and Kinross council tax bands 2025-26
| Band | Property value (1991) | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Up to £40,000 | £1,047 | £87 |
| B | £40,001–£52,000 | £1,221 | £102 |
| C | £52,001–£68,000 | £1,396 | £116 |
| D | £68,001–£88,000 | £1,570 | £131 |
| E | £88,001–£120,000 | £2,063 | £172 |
| F | £120,001–£160,000 | £2,464 | £205 |
| G | £160,001–£320,000 | £2,957 | £246 |
| H | Over £320,000 | £3,847 | £321 |
Scotland: Modified Band Multipliers
Since 2017, Scottish councils apply higher multipliers for Bands E–H, making the system more progressive. Band H in Scotland pays approximately 245% of Band D (vs 200% in England). Scottish Water charges (~£440–£480/year) are billed separately on the same notice.
How Perth and Kinross compares
The average Band D council tax in Scotland is £1,579/year. Perth and Kinross is £9 below average (£1/month less).
Council tax discounts in Perth and Kinross
Frequently asked questions
Can I appeal my council tax band in Perth and Kinross?
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 £157–£314/year in Perth and Kinross. A successful appeal is backdated — check similar nearby properties that have been revalued.
Do I qualify for Council Tax Reduction in Perth and Kinross?
Council Tax Reduction (CTR) is means-tested and run by Perth and Kinross. 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 Perth and Kinross council as many eligible households miss out.
How do I claim the 25% single person discount in Perth and Kinross?
If you live alone, contact Perth and Kinross council to claim the 25% single person discount. This saves £393/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 Perth and Kinross council tax set?
Perth and Kinross Council sets the annual rate each February/March. The 2025-26 Band D rate of £1,570 includes precepts from police, fire, and (in two-tier areas) county council.
I just moved to Perth and Kinross — how is my council tax worked out?
H) and the number of adults living there. Perth and Kinross's Band D rate is £1,570/year in 2025-26. You pay from the day you move in; contact Perth and Kinross council within 21 days to register, and check whether you qualify for any discounts or reductions.