Neath Port Talbot Council Tax 2025/26
Band D rate: £2,150 per year (£215 per month over the standard 10-month Neath Port Talbot payment cycle).
Quick answer
Council tax in Neath Port Talbot for 2025/26 is £2,150 a year for a Band D property, about £215 per month over the standard 10-month billing cycle. Band A starts at £1,433, Band H reaches £4,300. That puts Neath Port Talbot 8% above the Wales average.
All bands for Neath Port Talbot
Wales uses 9 bands (A–I) based on April 2003 valuations.
| Band | Property value | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Up to £44,000 | £1,433 | £143 |
| B | £44,001 – £65,000 | £1,672 | £167 |
| C | £65,001 – £91,000 | £1,911 | £191 |
| D | £91,001 – £123,000 | £2,150 | £215 |
| E | £123,001 – £162,000 | £2,628 | £263 |
| F | £162,001 – £223,000 | £3,106 | £311 |
| G | £223,001 – £324,000 | £3,583 | £358 |
| H | £324,001 – £424,000 | £4,300 | £430 |
| I | Over £424,000 | £5,017 | £502 |
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 Neath Port Talbot
The following discounts apply across Wales and Neath Port Talbot specifically:
- 25% offSingle-person discount. If you live alone, you get 25% off your bill. Apply via Neath Port Talbot 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. Neath Port Talbot 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 Neath Port Talbot compares
Neath Port Talbot's Band D rate of £2,150 is 8% 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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Neath Port Talbot council tax FAQ
How much is council tax in Neath Port Talbot for 2025/26?▾
Band D council tax in Neath Port Talbot is £2150 per year for 2025/26. Band A is £1433, Band H is £4300. Most households pay the bill in 10 instalments from April to January.
What is the cheapest council tax band in Neath Port Talbot?▾
Band A is the lowest, currently £1433 per year in Neath Port Talbot. It applies to the lowest-valued properties (under £40,000 at 1991 valuations; under £44,000 at 2003 valuations in Wales).
Does Neath Port Talbot offer a single-person discount?▾
Yes. If you live alone in Neath Port Talbot, you can claim a 25% single-person discount on your council tax. Apply directly via Neath Port Talbot Council's website with proof you are the only adult resident.
Are full-time students exempt from council tax in Neath Port Talbot?▾
Yes. A property occupied entirely by full-time students in Neath Port Talbot is fully exempt from council tax. Mixed households (students plus non-students) get a partial discount instead.
When does Neath Port Talbot review or change council tax rates?▾
Neath Port Talbot sets new council tax rates each February or March for the financial year starting that April. The 2025/26 rate of £2150 for Band D took effect on 1 April 2025 and runs to 31 March 2026.
How does Neath Port Talbot compare to nearby councils?▾
Neath Port Talbot's Band D rate of £2150 is 8% above the Wales average. Closest comparable authorities: Denbighshire (£2113), Gwynedd (£2080), Ceredigion (£2068).
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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 withNeath Port Talbot Council before relying on these figures for budgeting.