Council Tax in Merthyr Tydfil 2026-27: Every Band
Band D council tax in Merthyr Tydfil is £2,593.60 a year (£216.13 a month over 12 payments). Band A is £1,729.07 and Band I is £6,051.73.
| Band | Property value | A year | A month (12 payments) | Living alone (25% off) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Band A | Up to £44,000 | £1,729.07 | £144.09 | £1,296.80 |
| Band B | £44,001 to £65,000 | £2,017.24 | £168.10 | £1,512.93 |
| Band C | £65,001 to £91,000 | £2,305.42 | £192.12 | £1,729.07 |
| Band D | £91,001 to £123,000 | £2,593.60 | £216.13 | £1,945.20 |
| Band E | £123,001 to £162,000 | £3,169.96 | £264.16 | £2,377.47 |
| Band F | £162,001 to £223,000 | £3,746.31 | £312.19 | £2,809.73 |
| Band G | £223,001 to £324,000 | £4,322.67 | £360.22 | £3,242.00 |
| Band H | £324,001 to £424,000 | £5,187.20 | £432.27 | £3,890.40 |
| Band I | Over £424,000 | £6,051.73 | £504.31 | £4,538.80 |
Most councils collect council tax in ten monthly instalments from April, so your monthly payment may be higher than shown if you pay over 10 months.
How Merthyr Tydfil compares
- Band D in Merthyr Tydfil is £2,593.60, which is £310.52 above the Wales average of £2,283.08.
- It ranks 1 of 22 authorities in Wales from highest to lowest Band D.
- Compared with last year, Band D rose by 5.3%.
Discounts and exemptions
- Living alone: 25% off, £1,945.20 a year at Band D.
- Full-time students: a household made up only of full-time students pays no council tax.
- Help with the bill: councils run a council tax reduction scheme for people on a low income, so ask Merthyr Tydfil council.
Read how council tax works in our council tax guide. Your band is based on the value of the property on 1 April 2003.
Housing costs in Merthyr Tydfil
The average house price in Merthyr Tydfil is £156,721. See house prices in Merthyr Tydfil and use the mortgage calculator to work out payments.
Areas with similar charges
| Area | Band D |
|---|---|
| Neath Port Talbot | £2,541.39 |
| Blaenau Gwent | £2,531.26 |
| Bridgend | £2,477.99 |
| Conwy | £2,472.82 |
| Gwynedd | £2,468.77 |
| Ceredigion | £2,419.45 |
Source: Welsh Government, Council tax levels April 2026 to March 2027. Welsh bands other than D are worked out with the official multipliers (A 6/9 up to I 21/9). Figures are for a dwelling occupied by two adults before discounts.
Frequently asked questions
How much is council tax in Merthyr Tydfil?
Band D council tax in Merthyr Tydfil is £2,593.60 for 2026-27, up 5.3% on last year. Band A is £1,729.07 and Band H is £5,187.20.
Is council tax in Merthyr Tydfil higher than average?
The average Band D in Wales is £2,283.08, so Merthyr Tydfil is £310.52 above the Wales average.
Do I get a discount if I live alone?
Yes. Living alone gives a 25% discount, which takes Band D in Merthyr Tydfil down to £1,945.20.
How do I find my council tax band?
Your band is based on the value of the property on 1 April 2003. Check it on the Valuation Office Agency website or your council tax bill.
Figures are for the 2026/27 tax year from official sources and are estimates for guidance only, not financial or legal advice. Printed from ukanswers.co.uk.