Council Tax in Rhondda Cynon Taf 2026-27: Every Band
Band D council tax in Rhondda Cynon Taf is £2,289.43 a year (£190.79 a month over 12 payments). Band A is £1,526.29 and Band I is £5,342.00.
| Band | Property value | A year | A month (12 payments) | Living alone (25% off) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Band A | Up to £44,000 | £1,526.29 | £127.19 | £1,144.72 |
| Band B | £44,001 to £65,000 | £1,780.67 | £148.39 | £1,335.50 |
| Band C | £65,001 to £91,000 | £2,035.05 | £169.59 | £1,526.29 |
| Band D | £91,001 to £123,000 | £2,289.43 | £190.79 | £1,717.07 |
| Band E | £123,001 to £162,000 | £2,798.19 | £233.18 | £2,098.64 |
| Band F | £162,001 to £223,000 | £3,306.95 | £275.58 | £2,480.21 |
| Band G | £223,001 to £324,000 | £3,815.72 | £317.98 | £2,861.79 |
| Band H | £324,001 to £424,000 | £4,578.86 | £381.57 | £3,434.14 |
| Band I | Over £424,000 | £5,342.00 | £445.17 | £4,006.50 |
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 Rhondda Cynon Taf compares
- Band D in Rhondda Cynon Taf is £2,289.43, which is £6.35 above the Wales average of £2,283.08.
- It ranks 14 of 22 authorities in Wales from highest to lowest Band D.
- Compared with last year, Band D rose by 4.5%.
Discounts and exemptions
- Living alone: 25% off, £1,717.07 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 Rhondda Cynon Taf 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 Rhondda Cynon Taf
The average house price in Rhondda Cynon Taf is £164,192. See house prices in Rhondda Cynon Taf and use the mortgage calculator to work out payments.
Areas with similar charges
| Area | Band D |
|---|---|
| Wrexham | £2,308.88 |
| Isle of Anglesey | £2,260.73 |
| Denbighshire | £2,339.03 |
| Swansea | £2,238.29 |
| Vale of Glamorgan | £2,231.54 |
| Carmarthenshire | £2,351.20 |
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 Rhondda Cynon Taf?
Band D council tax in Rhondda Cynon Taf is £2,289.43 for 2026-27, up 4.5% on last year. Band A is £1,526.29 and Band H is £4,578.86.
Is council tax in Rhondda Cynon Taf higher than average?
The average Band D in Wales is £2,283.08, so Rhondda Cynon Taf is £6.35 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 Rhondda Cynon Taf down to £1,717.07.
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.