Merthyr Tydfil Council Tax 2025/26
Band D rate: £2,316 per year (£232 per month over the standard 10-month Merthyr Tydfil payment cycle).
Quick answer
Council tax in Merthyr Tydfil for 2025/26 is £2,316 a year for a Band D property, about £232 per month over the standard 10-month billing cycle. Band A starts at £1,544, Band H reaches £4,632. That puts Merthyr Tydfil 17% above the Wales average.
All bands for Merthyr Tydfil
Wales uses 9 bands (A–I) based on April 2003 valuations.
| Band | Property value | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Up to £44,000 | £1,544 | £154 |
| B | £44,001 – £65,000 | £1,801 | £180 |
| C | £65,001 – £91,000 | £2,059 | £206 |
| D | £91,001 – £123,000 | £2,316 | £232 |
| E | £123,001 – £162,000 | £2,831 | £283 |
| F | £162,001 – £223,000 | £3,345 | £335 |
| G | £223,001 – £324,000 | £3,860 | £386 |
| H | £324,001 – £424,000 | £4,632 | £463 |
| I | Over £424,000 | £5,404 | £540 |
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 Merthyr Tydfil
The following discounts apply across Wales and Merthyr Tydfil specifically:
- 25% offSingle-person discount. If you live alone, you get 25% off your bill. Apply via Merthyr Tydfil 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. Merthyr Tydfil 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 Merthyr Tydfil compares
Merthyr Tydfil's Band D rate of £2,316 is 17% above 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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Merthyr Tydfil council tax FAQ
How much is council tax in Merthyr Tydfil for 2025/26?▾
Band D council tax in Merthyr Tydfil is £2316 per year for 2025/26. Band A is £1544, Band H is £4632. Most households pay the bill in 10 instalments from April to January.
What is the cheapest council tax band in Merthyr Tydfil?▾
Band A is the lowest, currently £1544 per year in Merthyr Tydfil. It applies to the lowest-valued properties (under £40,000 at 1991 valuations; under £44,000 at 2003 valuations in Wales).
Does Merthyr Tydfil offer a single-person discount?▾
Yes. If you live alone in Merthyr Tydfil, you can claim a 25% single-person discount on your council tax. Apply directly via Merthyr Tydfil Council's website with proof you are the only adult resident.
Are full-time students exempt from council tax in Merthyr Tydfil?▾
Yes. A property occupied entirely by full-time students in Merthyr Tydfil is fully exempt from council tax. Mixed households (students plus non-students) get a partial discount instead.
When does Merthyr Tydfil review or change council tax rates?▾
Merthyr Tydfil sets new council tax rates each February or March for the financial year starting that April. The 2025/26 rate of £2316 for Band D took effect on 1 April 2025 and runs to 31 March 2026.
How does Merthyr Tydfil compare to nearby councils?▾
Merthyr Tydfil's Band D rate of £2316 is 17% above the Wales average. Closest comparable authorities: Blaenau Gwent (£2306), Powys (£2295), Neath Port Talbot (£2150).
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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 withMerthyr Tydfil Council before relying on these figures for budgeting.