Council Tax Bands in
Liverpool
Liverpool has a population of 486,100 in the Merseyside region. An estimated 14,583 properties may be in the wrong council tax band — check yours for free.
486,100
Population
218,745
Properties
14,583
Potential Wrong Bands
Council Tax Rates in Liverpool
Liverpool is located in Merseyside, England. Most properties in Liverpool fall into Band A, costing approximately £1,418 per year.
Liverpool Council Tax Rates by Band
- Band A£1,418/year ★ Most Common
- Band B£1,655/year
- Band C£1,891/year
- Band D£2,128/year
- Band E£2,601/year
- Band F£3,074/year
- Band G£3,547/year
- Band H£4,256/year
1 April 1991 Property Values (Bands A-H)
In England, council tax bands are based on what your property would have been worth on 1 April 1991. Here's how the bands work:
- Band AUp to £40,000 ★ Most Common in Liverpool
- Band B£40,001 – £52,000
- Band C£52,001 – £68,000
- Band D£68,001 – £88,000
- Band E£88,001 – £120,000
- Band F£120,001 – £160,000
- Band G£160,001 – £320,000
- Band HOver £320,000
Band A in Liverpool
Band A is the most common band in Liverpool, with properties valued at Up to £40,000 in 1 April 1991. These properties pay approximately £1,418 per year in council tax. If your Liverpool property is in Band A, it's worth checking whether similar properties nearby are in a lower band — if so, you may have grounds to appeal and reduce your bill.
Band B in Liverpool
Band B properties in Liverpool were valued at £40,001 – £52,000 in 1 April 1991 and pay £1,655 per year. Many Band B homeowners in Liverpool are potentially overpaying — if similar properties nearby are in Band A, you may be able to challenge your band and save money.
Why Liverpool Properties Are Often Misbanded
Council tax bands in England were set based on property values from 1 April 1991. Since then, Liverpool has changed significantly. Neighbourhood regeneration, new developments, and shifting property markets mean many valuations no longer reflect reality.
With approximately 218,745 domestic properties in Liverpool, and national estimates suggesting 1 in 8 are misbanded, around 14,583 homes could be paying the wrong amount. If you're one of them, you could claim a refund backdated to 1993 — potentially worth thousands of pounds.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average council tax in Liverpool? expand_more
The average Band D council tax in Liverpool is approximately £2,128 per year. Most properties are in Band A, costing around £1,418 annually. Actual amounts vary based on local authority precepts and parish charges.
How do I appeal my council tax band in Liverpool? expand_more
To appeal your council tax band in Liverpool, first use our free checker to compare your band with neighbours. If you find evidence of misbanding, you can challenge your band with the Valuation Office Agency (VOA) online. The process is free and typically takes 2-4 months. Read our full appeal guide →
How many properties in Liverpool are in the wrong band? expand_more
Based on national estimates, approximately 1 in 8 UK properties are in the wrong council tax band. For Liverpool, with around 218,745 properties, this means roughly 14,583 homes could be misbanded. Many of these homeowners are overpaying and could be entitled to refunds.
Can I get a council tax refund in Liverpool? expand_more
Yes. If your property in Liverpool is found to be in a band that's too high, you can receive a refund backdated to when the error occurred — potentially back to 1993. Depending on how many bands you drop, refunds can be worth £1,000 to £5,000 or more. Read our refunds guide →
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