Council Tax Shoreham-by-Sea 2026-27
In Shoreham-by-Sea, council tax for a Band D property is £2,548.28 a year (£212 a month) for 2026-27. A single adult living alone pays £1,911.21 after the 25% single person discount.
Shoreham-by-Sea is billed by Adur District Council · 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027 · Source: MHCLG
Shoreham-by-Sea council tax bands 2026-27
| Band | Property value (1991) | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Up to £40,000 | £1,698.85 | £142 |
| B | £40,001 to £52,000 | £1,982.00 | £165 |
| C | £52,001 to £68,000 | £2,265.14 | £189 |
| D | £68,001 to £88,000 | £2,548.28 | £212 |
| E | £88,001 to £120,000 | £3,114.56 | £260 |
| F | £120,001 to £160,000 | £3,680.85 | £307 |
| G | £160,001 to £320,000 | £4,247.13 | £354 |
| H | Over £320,000 | £5,096.56 | £425 |
How Shoreham-by-Sea compares
The average Band D council tax in England for 2026-27 is £2,391.52 a year (MHCLG). Shoreham-by-Sea is £156.76 above average (£13/month more).
Council tax discounts in Shoreham-by-Sea
Frequently asked questions
Can I appeal my council tax band in Shoreham-by-Sea?
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 Shoreham-by-Sea, moving from Band D to Band C would lower the 2026-27 bill by £283.14 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 Shoreham-by-Sea?
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 Shoreham-by-Sea?
If you are the only adult in your home, contact Shoreham-by-Sea directly to apply for the 25% single person discount. This reduces Band D from £2,548.28 to £1,911.21/year, a saving of £637/year or £53/month. It is not applied automatically; you must claim it.
How is council tax calculated in Shoreham-by-Sea?
The Band D figure for 2026-27 is £2,548.28 (average Band D for the whole Adur District 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 (£1,698.85) and Band H is 18/9 (£5,096.56).
Do I qualify for Council Tax Reduction in Shoreham-by-Sea?
Council Tax Reduction (CTR) is means-tested and administered by Shoreham-by-Sea. 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 Shoreham-by-Sea council, there is no automatic entitlement and many eligible households miss out by not applying.
What if I cannot afford my council tax in Shoreham-by-Sea?
Contact Shoreham-by-Sea 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 (£2,548.28 at Band D).
Where does the Shoreham-by-Sea figure come from?
From Council Tax levels set by local authorities in England 2026 to 2027, published by MHCLG. Shoreham-by-Sea is billed by Adur District 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.
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