Council tax bands
Council tax is a tax set by us to meet our budget requirements. It helps pay for the services provided to Bolton residents.
Properties are placed into one of eight bands (A-H) depending on what their market value was on 1 April 1991.
The Valuation Office Agency is responsible for deciding the band for each property and the band will determine how much you have to pay.
House values as at 1 April 1991
| Band | Valuation on 1 April 1991 |
|---|---|
| A | up to £40,000 |
| B | over £40,000 up to £52,000 |
| C | over £52,000 up to £68,000 |
| D | over £68,000 up to £88,000 |
| E | over £88,000 up to £120,000 |
| F | over £120,000 up to £160,000 |
| G | over £160,000 up to £320,000 |
| H | over £320,000 |
How to challenge your band
You can ask the Valuation Office Agency to check your band if you think your home was valued incorrectly. This is a free service.
Further information is available at www.voa.gov.uk and www.gov.uk/council-tax-appeals.
In the meantime, you must continue to pay your instalments.