Ceredigion Council Tax 2025/26
Band D rate: £2,068 per year (£207 per month over the standard 10-month Ceredigion payment cycle).
Quick answer
Council tax in Ceredigion for 2025/26 is £2,068 a year for a Band D property, about £207 per month over the standard 10-month billing cycle. Band A starts at £1,379, Band H reaches £4,136. That puts Ceredigion roughly in line with the Wales average.
All bands for Ceredigion
Wales uses 9 bands (A–I) based on April 2003 valuations.
| Band | Property value | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Up to £44,000 | £1,379 | £138 |
| B | £44,001 – £65,000 | £1,608 | £161 |
| C | £65,001 – £91,000 | £1,838 | £184 |
| D | £91,001 – £123,000 | £2,068 | £207 |
| E | £123,001 – £162,000 | £2,528 | £253 |
| F | £162,001 – £223,000 | £2,987 | £299 |
| G | £223,001 – £324,000 | £3,447 | £345 |
| H | £324,001 – £424,000 | £4,136 | £414 |
| I | Over £424,000 | £4,825 | £483 |
Annual rates include police, fire, and parish precepts where applicable. Monthly figures assume the standard 10-month UK billing cycle (April to January). Many councils offer 12-month instalments on request.
Discounts and exemptions in Ceredigion
The following discounts apply across Wales and Ceredigion specifically:
- 25% offSingle-person discount. If you live alone, you get 25% off your bill. Apply via Ceredigion Council's website.
- 100%Full-time students. A property occupied entirely by full-time students is fully exempt from council tax.
- 100%Severe mental impairment. Households where every adult has a diagnosed severe mental impairment are fully exempt.
- 1 bandDisability reduction. Properties with specific disability adaptations are charged at the rate for one band lower.
- VariesEmpty or unfurnished property. Ceredigion sets its own discount level (typically 0% to 100% for the first few weeks). Many councils apply a premium after 1 to 5 years of vacancy.
How Ceredigion compares
Ceredigion's Band D rate of £2,068 is roughly in line with the Wales average (Wales average: £1,987). The UK as a whole ranges from roughly £1,000 (Westminster) up to over £2,500 (Nottingham, Rutland).
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Ceredigion council tax FAQ
How much is council tax in Ceredigion for 2025/26?▾
Band D council tax in Ceredigion is £2068 per year for 2025/26. Band A is £1379, Band H is £4136. Most households pay the bill in 10 instalments from April to January.
What is the cheapest council tax band in Ceredigion?▾
Band A is the lowest, currently £1379 per year in Ceredigion. It applies to the lowest-valued properties (under £40,000 at 1991 valuations; under £44,000 at 2003 valuations in Wales).
Does Ceredigion offer a single-person discount?▾
Yes. If you live alone in Ceredigion, you can claim a 25% single-person discount on your council tax. Apply directly via Ceredigion Council's website with proof you are the only adult resident.
Are full-time students exempt from council tax in Ceredigion?▾
Yes. A property occupied entirely by full-time students in Ceredigion is fully exempt from council tax. Mixed households (students plus non-students) get a partial discount instead.
When does Ceredigion review or change council tax rates?▾
Ceredigion sets new council tax rates each February or March for the financial year starting that April. The 2025/26 rate of £2068 for Band D took effect on 1 April 2025 and runs to 31 March 2026.
How does Ceredigion compare to nearby councils?▾
Ceredigion's Band D rate of £2068 is roughly in line with the Wales average. Closest comparable authorities: Monmouthshire (£2057), Gwynedd (£2080), Conwy (£2042).
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Band D rates sourced from the Welsh Revenue Authority and individual local authority publications for the 2025/26 financial year.
Other bands are computed using the statutory band ratios. Final amount on your specific property may differ if you qualify for discounts or if parish precepts vary within the local authority. Always confirm withCeredigion Council before relying on these figures for budgeting.