Council Tax Waltham Forest 2025-26
Waltham Forest Council · Tax year 2025-26 (April 2025 – March 2026)
Waltham Forest council tax bands 2025-26
| Band | Property value (1991) | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Up to £40,000 | £1,220 | £102 |
| B | £40,001–£52,000 | £1,423 | £119 |
| C | £52,001–£68,000 | £1,627 | £136 |
| D | £68,001–£88,000 | £1,830 | £153 |
| E | £88,001–£120,000 | £2,237 | £186 |
| F | £120,001–£160,000 | £2,643 | £220 |
| G | £160,001–£320,000 | £3,050 | £254 |
| H | Over £320,000 | £3,660 | £305 |
How Waltham Forest compares
The average Band D council tax in England is £2,280/year. Waltham Forest is £450 below average (£37/month less).
Council tax discounts in Waltham Forest
Frequently asked questions
Can I appeal my council tax band in Waltham Forest?
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 £183–£366/year in Waltham Forest. A successful appeal is backdated — check similar nearby properties that have been revalued.
Do I qualify for Council Tax Reduction in Waltham Forest?
Council Tax Reduction (CTR) is means-tested and run by Waltham Forest. 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 Waltham Forest council as many eligible households miss out.
How do I claim the 25% single person discount in Waltham Forest?
If you live alone, contact Waltham Forest council to claim the 25% single person discount. This saves £458/year (£38/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 Waltham Forest council tax set?
Waltham Forest Council sets the annual rate each February/March. The 2025-26 Band D rate of £1,830 includes precepts from police, fire, and (in two-tier areas) county council.
I just moved to Waltham Forest — how is my council tax worked out?
H) and the number of adults living there. Waltham Forest's Band D rate is £1,830/year in 2025-26. You pay from the day you move in; contact Waltham Forest council within 21 days to register, and check whether you qualify for any discounts or reductions.