Council Tax South Shields 2026-27
In South Shields, council tax for a Band D property is £2,434.43 a year (£203 a month) for 2026-27. A single adult living alone pays £1,825.82 after the 25% single person discount.
South Shields is billed by South Tyneside Council · 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027 · Source: MHCLG
South Shields council tax bands 2026-27
| Band | Property value (1991) | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Up to £40,000 | £1,622.95 | £135 |
| B | £40,001 to £52,000 | £1,893.45 | £158 |
| C | £52,001 to £68,000 | £2,163.94 | £180 |
| D | £68,001 to £88,000 | £2,434.43 | £203 |
| E | £88,001 to £120,000 | £2,975.41 | £248 |
| F | £120,001 to £160,000 | £3,516.40 | £293 |
| G | £160,001 to £320,000 | £4,057.38 | £338 |
| H | Over £320,000 | £4,868.86 | £406 |
How South Shields compares
The average Band D council tax in England for 2026-27 is £2,391.52 a year (MHCLG). South Shields is £42.91 above average (£4/month more).
Council tax discounts in South Shields
Frequently asked questions
Can I appeal my council tax band in South Shields?
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 South Shields, moving from Band D to Band C would lower the 2026-27 bill by £270.49 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 South Shields?
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 South Shields?
If you are the only adult in your home, contact South Shields directly to apply for the 25% single person discount. This reduces Band D from £2,434.43 to £1,825.82/year, a saving of £609/year or £51/month. It is not applied automatically; you must claim it.
How is council tax calculated in South Shields?
The Band D figure for 2026-27 is £2,434.43 (average Band D for the whole South Tyneside 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 (£1,622.95) and Band H is 18/9 (£4,868.86).
Do I qualify for Council Tax Reduction in South Shields?
Council Tax Reduction (CTR) is means-tested and administered by South Shields. 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 South Shields council, there is no automatic entitlement and many eligible households miss out by not applying.
What if I cannot afford my council tax in South Shields?
Contact South Shields 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 (£2,434.43 at Band D).
Where does the South Shields figure come from?
From Council Tax levels set by local authorities in England 2026 to 2027, published by MHCLG. South Shields is billed by South Tyneside 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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