Mid Scotland and Fife

Council Tax Bands in
Perth and Kinross

Q: How do I appeal my council tax band in Perth and Kinross?

To appeal your council tax band in Perth and Kinross, you need to contact the Valuation Office Agency (VOA) (or Scottish Assessors Association in Scotland). First, check your band using our free tool, then compare with neighbours. If you find evidence of misbanding, submit a challenge online at gov.uk.

Q: How many properties in Perth and Kinross are in the wrong band?

Based on national estimates that 1 in 8 properties are in the wrong band, approximately 4,557 properties in Perth and Kinross could be misbanded. This means thousands of residents may be overpaying.

Perth and Kinross has a population of 151,910 in the Mid Scotland and Fife region. An estimated 4,557 properties may be in the wrong council tax band — check yours for free.

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151,910

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68,360

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Potential Wrong Bands

Council Tax Rates in Perth and Kinross

Perth and Kinross is located in Mid Scotland and Fife, Scotland. Most properties in Perth and Kinross fall into Band C, costing approximately £1,222 per year.

Scotland uses a different valuation date (1 April 1991) and has 8 bands (A-H).

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Perth and Kinross Council Tax Rates by Band

Band A£916/year
Band B£1,069/year
Band C£1,222/year ★ Most Common
Band D£1,375/year
Band E£1,681/year
Band F£1,986/year
Band G£2,291/year
Band H£2,750/year

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1 April 1991 Property Values (Bands A-H)

In Scotland, 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 £27,000
Band B£27,001 – £35,000
Band C£35,001 – £45,000 ★ Most Common in Perth and Kinross
Band D£45,001 – £58,000
Band E£58,001 – £80,000
Band F£80,001 – £106,000
Band G£106,001 – £140,000
Band HOver £140,000

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Band C in Perth and Kinross

Band C is the most common band in Perth and Kinross, with properties valued at £35,001 – £45,000 in 1 April 1991. These properties pay approximately £1,222 per year in council tax. If your Perth and Kinross property is in Band C, 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.

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Band D in Perth and Kinross

Band D properties in Perth and Kinross were valued at £45,001 – £58,000 in 1 April 1991 and pay £1,375 per year. Many Band D homeowners in Perth and Kinross are potentially overpaying — if similar properties nearby are in Band C, you may be able to challenge your band and save money.

Why Perth and Kinross Properties Are Often Misbanded

Council tax bands in Scotland were set based on property values from 1 April 1991. Since then, Perth and Kinross has changed significantly. Neighbourhood regeneration, new developments, and shifting property markets mean many valuations no longer reflect reality.

With approximately 68,360 domestic properties in Perth and Kinross, and national estimates suggesting 1 in 8 are misbanded, around 4,557 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 Perth and Kinross? expand_more

The average Band D council tax in Perth and Kinross is approximately £1,375 per year. Most properties are in Band C, costing around £1,222 annually. Actual amounts vary based on local authority precepts and parish charges.

How do I appeal my council tax band in Perth and Kinross? expand_more

To appeal your council tax band in Perth and Kinross, first use our free checker to compare your band with neighbours. If you find evidence of misbanding, you can challenge your band with the Scottish Assessors Association online. The process is free and typically takes 2-4 months. Read our full appeal guide →

How many properties in Perth and Kinross 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 Perth and Kinross, with around 68,360 properties, this means roughly 4,557 homes could be misbanded. Many of these homeowners are overpaying and could be entitled to refunds.

Can I get a council tax refund in Perth and Kinross? expand_more

Yes. If your property in Perth and Kinross 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 →