Council Tax Tower Hamlets 2025-26
Tower Hamlets Council · Tax year 2025-26 (April 2025 – March 2026)
Tower Hamlets council tax bands 2025-26
| Band | Property value (1991) | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Up to £40,000 | £1,170 | £98 |
| B | £40,001–£52,000 | £1,365 | £114 |
| C | £52,001–£68,000 | £1,560 | £130 |
| D | £68,001–£88,000 | £1,755 | £146 |
| E | £88,001–£120,000 | £2,145 | £179 |
| F | £120,001–£160,000 | £2,535 | £211 |
| G | £160,001–£320,000 | £2,925 | £244 |
| H | Over £320,000 | £3,510 | £293 |
How Tower Hamlets compares
The average Band D council tax in England is £2,280/year. Tower Hamlets is £525 below average (£44/month less).
Council tax discounts in Tower Hamlets
Frequently asked questions
Can I appeal my council tax band in Tower Hamlets?
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 £176–£351/year in Tower Hamlets. A successful appeal is backdated — check similar nearby properties that have been revalued.
Do I qualify for Council Tax Reduction in Tower Hamlets?
Council Tax Reduction (CTR) is means-tested and run by Tower Hamlets. 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 Tower Hamlets council as many eligible households miss out.
How do I claim the 25% single person discount in Tower Hamlets?
If you live alone, contact Tower Hamlets council to claim the 25% single person discount. This saves £439/year (£37/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 Tower Hamlets council tax set?
Tower Hamlets Council sets the annual rate each February/March. The 2025-26 Band D rate of £1,755 includes precepts from police, fire, and (in two-tier areas) county council.
I just moved to Tower Hamlets — how is my council tax worked out?
H) and the number of adults living there. Tower Hamlets's Band D rate is £1,755/year in 2025-26. You pay from the day you move in; contact Tower Hamlets council within 21 days to register, and check whether you qualify for any discounts or reductions.