Rhondda Cynon Taf Council Tax 2025/26
Band D rate: £2,030 per year (£203 per month over the standard 10-month Rhondda Cynon Taf payment cycle).
Quick answer
Council tax in Rhondda Cynon Taf for 2025/26 is £2,030 a year for a Band D property, about £203 per month over the standard 10-month billing cycle. Band A starts at £1,353, Band H reaches £4,060. That puts Rhondda Cynon Taf roughly in line with the Wales average.
All bands for Rhondda Cynon Taf
Wales uses 9 bands (A–I) based on April 2003 valuations.
| Band | Property value | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Up to £44,000 | £1,353 | £135 |
| B | £44,001 – £65,000 | £1,579 | £158 |
| C | £65,001 – £91,000 | £1,804 | £180 |
| D | £91,001 – £123,000 | £2,030 | £203 |
| E | £123,001 – £162,000 | £2,481 | £248 |
| F | £162,001 – £223,000 | £2,932 | £293 |
| G | £223,001 – £324,000 | £3,383 | £338 |
| H | £324,001 – £424,000 | £4,060 | £406 |
| I | Over £424,000 | £4,737 | £474 |
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 Rhondda Cynon Taf
The following discounts apply across Wales and Rhondda Cynon Taf specifically:
- 25% offSingle-person discount. If you live alone, you get 25% off your bill. Apply via Rhondda Cynon Taf 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. Rhondda Cynon Taf 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 Rhondda Cynon Taf compares
Rhondda Cynon Taf's Band D rate of £2,030 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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Rhondda Cynon Taf council tax FAQ
How much is council tax in Rhondda Cynon Taf for 2025/26?▾
Band D council tax in Rhondda Cynon Taf is £2030 per year for 2025/26. Band A is £1353, Band H is £4060. Most households pay the bill in 10 instalments from April to January.
What is the cheapest council tax band in Rhondda Cynon Taf?▾
Band A is the lowest, currently £1353 per year in Rhondda Cynon Taf. It applies to the lowest-valued properties (under £40,000 at 1991 valuations; under £44,000 at 2003 valuations in Wales).
Does Rhondda Cynon Taf offer a single-person discount?▾
Yes. If you live alone in Rhondda Cynon Taf, you can claim a 25% single-person discount on your council tax. Apply directly via Rhondda Cynon Taf Council's website with proof you are the only adult resident.
Are full-time students exempt from council tax in Rhondda Cynon Taf?▾
Yes. A property occupied entirely by full-time students in Rhondda Cynon Taf is fully exempt from council tax. Mixed households (students plus non-students) get a partial discount instead.
When does Rhondda Cynon Taf review or change council tax rates?▾
Rhondda Cynon Taf sets new council tax rates each February or March for the financial year starting that April. The 2025/26 rate of £2030 for Band D took effect on 1 April 2025 and runs to 31 March 2026.
How does Rhondda Cynon Taf compare to nearby councils?▾
Rhondda Cynon Taf's Band D rate of £2030 is roughly in line with the Wales average. Closest comparable authorities: Conwy (£2042), Monmouthshire (£2057), 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 withRhondda Cynon Taf Council before relying on these figures for budgeting.