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⚠️ Council tax rates rise every April. Check your band before the next increase.
UK Homeowners Only

You've Been Overpaying
Council Tax Since 1993

Your council knows. They won't tell you. 400,000 UK homes are in the wrong band — check yours in 10 seconds.

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Your Property

Currently Band E

Overpaying?
Band A Band H

Neighbor Comparison

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Band D
house 14 High Street
Band E

Potential Refund: £3,500+

The Problem: Outdated 1991 Valuations

Council tax bands in England and Scotland are still based on property values from April 1991. Thousands of homes have been placed in the wrong band.

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30+ Years

Since the last full valuation

Values are outdated and often unfair.

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400,000+

Homes in the wrong band

You could be one of them.

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£3,000+

Average backdated refund

Plus lower bills every year.

How It Works

Check if you're owed thousands in just 3 simple steps.

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1. Enter Your Postcode

We instantly look up your property and all neighbors at your postcode using official VOA data.

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2. Compare Bands

See exactly what band your neighbors are in. If similar properties pay less, you have a case.

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3. Appeal & Get Refund

Generate an appeal letter to the VOA. Successful appeals get refunds backdated to 1993.

See What You Could Save

Our tool highlights discrepancies instantly. If your neighbors are in a lower band for a similar property, you have strong evidence for an appeal.

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    Backdated Refunds

    Claim back overpayments all the way to 1993 or when you moved in.

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    Lower Monthly Bills

    Reduce your council tax bill permanently going forward.

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    Free to Check

    No payment needed to see your results and compare to neighbors.

Example Results

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Your Property

10 Downing Street

Band

H

Neighbor Band You'd Save
11 Downing Street G £709/yr
12 Downing Street G £709/yr
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Strong case! Neighbors in similar properties pay less tax.

Thousands of UK homeowners have discovered they're overpaying

Join 12,000+ homeowners who've checked their band

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"I was in Band D but should have been C. Got £2,400 refunded!"

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Sarah

Manchester

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"Checked on a whim. Neighbours all in Band B, I was in C. £180/year saved."

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James

Leeds

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"The appeal letter made it so easy. VOA agreed within 6 weeks."

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Rachel

Bristol

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Checking your band is completely free. If you find a discrepancy, we offer tools to help you appeal professionally.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it really free to check my band? expand_more
Yes, checking your council tax band and comparing it with your neighbors is 100% free. We use official data from the Valuation Office Agency. We only charge if you choose to purchase our appeal letter pack.
Can my council tax band go UP if I challenge it? expand_more
Yes, there is a small risk. When you challenge your band, the VOA reviews your property and could decide you (and your neighbors) have been underpaying. That's why our tool shows you neighbor data first — if most neighbors are in a higher band, it's probably not worth challenging.
How far back can I claim a refund? expand_more
If your challenge is successful, your council must refund you for all overpayments back to when the error occurred — which could be as far back as 1993 when council tax began, or when you moved in. The average successful claim is around £3,000.
Where does the data come from? expand_more
We use official data from the Valuation Office Agency (VOA), the government body responsible for council tax banding in England and Wales. This is the same data your council uses.
How long does an appeal take? expand_more
The VOA aims to respond within 2 months, but complex cases can take longer. During this time, you continue paying your current rate. If successful, you'll receive a refund for any overpayments.

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Helpful Guides

Everything you need to know about council tax bands, appeals, and refunds.

How to Appeal Your Council Tax Band

Step-by-step guide to challenging your band with the VOA.

Council Tax Bands Explained (A–H)

What each band means and how much you pay.

Council Tax Refunds

How far back you can claim and how much you could get.

Appeal Success Rates in 2026

What percentage of appeals succeed and tips to improve your odds.

Single Person Discount — 25% Off

How to claim 25% off if you live alone.

Council Tax for Students

Student exemptions and how to apply.

Can Your Band Go Up If You Appeal?

The risks of challenging your band and when it's safe.

Disability Reduction

How disabled residents can reduce their council tax band.

Empty Property Council Tax

What you owe on empty or unoccupied properties.

Council Tax When Moving House

What happens to your council tax when you move.

Council Tax Penalties

What happens if you don't pay and how to avoid penalties.

Council Tax Reduction Scheme

Check if you're eligible for reduced council tax.

Refund Calculator

Calculate how much you could get back in a refund.

Second Home Council Tax

2026 rules on council tax for second homes.

Band D — What You Pay

Average Band D rates and whether it's fair.

Bands by Postcode

How to check any address's council tax band.

How Long Does an Appeal Take?

Timelines and what to expect during the process.

VOA Council Tax Check

How to use the official VOA website to check your band.
View all guides →
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Wait — Don't Leave Money on the Table

The average successful appeal gets £3,000+ back. It takes 10 seconds to check.