Understanding Council Tax Bands in Northampton
Overview of Council Tax in Northampton
Council Tax in Northampton forms an essential part of local government financing, used primarily to fund public services such as education, waste management, and social care. Each property is assigned to one of eight bands (A to H) based on its estimated value on April 1, 1991. The amount of Council Tax you pay depends on the band your property falls into, with each band representing a range in property values.
Current Council Tax Bands and Rates
For the fiscal year 2024/2025, the Council Tax bands in Northampton have been updated to reflect the economic conditions and the need for increased funding towards public services. Here's a breakdown of the bands and the annual Council Tax rates for properties in West Northamptonshire, which includes Northampton:
Here's a consolidated list of all Council Tax bands in Northampton, along with a brief description of the valuation ranges they cover:
Band A: Properties valued up to £40,000.
Band B: Properties valued between £40,001 and £52,000.
Band C: Properties valued between £52,001 and £68,000.
Band D: Properties valued between £68,001 and £88,000 (considered the standard or benchmark band for setting Council Tax rates).
Band E: Properties valued between £88,001 and £120,000.
Band F: Properties valued between £120,001 and £160,000.
Band G: Properties valued between £160,001 and £320,000.
Band H: Properties valued over £320,000 (pays the highest rate of Council Tax).
These bands reflect the property's valuation based on prices as of April 1, 1991, and are used to determine the amount of Council Tax payable by each household. For updated rates and further details, residents should consult the latest information provided by their local council. This structure aims to ensure that Council Tax contributions are proportionate to the value of the properties, distributing the financial responsibility equitably among residents.
Allocation of Council Tax Revenue
The revenue collected from Council Tax is allocated across various essential services. Significant portions are directed towards adult social care, emergency services, and local community projects. For example, the council has set a budget that allocates funds for adult social care, policing, and fire services to ensure that these vital services continue to support the community effectively.
Changes and Increases for 2024/2025
The Council Tax rate for 2024/2025 in Northamptonshire has seen an increase, justified by the local government as necessary to meet the rising costs of services, particularly in social care and infrastructure. The standard Band D property has experienced an increase, reflecting broader economic pressures and the council's commitment to sustaining service levels despite financial strains.
This first part of our article series on Council Tax bands in Northampton has laid out the fundamental aspects of how Council Tax is structured and the current rates for 2024/2025. The subsequent sections will delve deeper into how these taxes are spent, variations across different areas of Northampton, and advice on managing your Council Tax payments efficiently.
Current Council Tax Bands and Rates of All Areas of Northampton
Council tax charges for Abthorpe in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,459.64
B £1,702.92
C £1,946.18
D £2,189.46
E £2,676.00
F £3,162.56
G £3,649.10
H £4,378.92
Council tax charges for Adstone in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,436.51
B £1,675.93
C £1,915.34
D £2,154.76
E £2,633.59
F £3,112.44
G £3,591.27
H £4,309.52
Council tax charges for Alderton in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,468.92
B £1,713.74
C £1,958.55
D £2,203.37
E £2,693.00
F £3,182.65
G £3,672.29
H £4,406.74
Council tax charges for Althorp in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,436.51
B £1,675.93
C £1,915.34
D £2,154.76
E £2,633.59
F £3,112.44
G £3,591.27
H £4,309.52
Council tax charges for Arthingworth in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,477.92
B £1,724.24
C £1,970.55
D £2,216.87
E £2,709.50
F £3,202.15
G £3,694.79
H £4,433.74
Council tax charges for Ashby Saint Ledgers in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,506.00
B £1,757.01
C £2,008.00
D £2,259.00
E £2,760.99
F £3,263.01
G £3,765.00
H £4,518.00
Council tax charges for Aston Le Walls in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,487.28
B £1,735.17
C £1,983.04
D £2,230.92
E £2,726.67
F £3,222.45
G £3,718.20
H £4,461.84
Council tax charges for Ashton in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,515.43
B £1,768.00
C £2,020.57
D £2,273.14
E £2,778.28
F £3,283.43
G £3,788.57
H £4,546.28
Council tax charges for Aynho in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,499.97
B £1,749.97
C £1,999.95
D £2,249.95
E £2,749.93
F £3,249.94
G £3,749.92
H £4,499.90
Council tax charges for Badby in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,497.50
B £1,747.09
C £1,996.66
D £2,246.25
E £2,745.41
F £3,244.59
G £3,743.75
H £4,492.50
Council tax charges for Billing in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,493.40
B £1,742.29
C £1,991.19
D £2,240.09
E £2,737.89
F £3,235.69
G £3,733.49
H £4,480.18
Council tax charges for Blisworth in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,481.53
B £1,728.45
C £1,975.37
D £2,222.29
E £2,716.13
F £3,209.98
G £3,703.82
H £4,444.58
Council tax charges for Boughton in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,469.10
B £1,713.96
C £1,958.80
D £2,203.65
E £2,693.34
F £3,183.06
G £3,672.75
H £4,407.30
Council tax charges for Bradden in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,436.51
B £1,675.93
C £1,915.34
D £2,154.76
E £2,633.59
F £3,112.44
G £3,591.27
H £4,309.52
Council tax charges for Braunston in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,498.50
B £1,748.25
C £1,997.99
D £2,247.74
E £2,747.23
F £3,246.74
G £3,746.24
H £4,495.48
Council tax charges for Brixworth in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,495.32
B £1,744.54
C £1,993.75
D £2,242.97
E £2,741.40
F £3,239.85
G £3,738.29
H £4,485.94
Council tax charges for Bugbrooke in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,517.83
B £1,770.80
C £2,023.77
D £2,276.74
E £2,782.68
F £3,288.63
G £3,794.57
H £4,553.48
Council tax charges for Barby in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,523.42
B £1,777.33
C £2,031.22
D £2,285.13
E £2,792.93
F £3,300.75
G £3,808.55
H £4,570.26
Council tax charges for Blakesley in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,533.08
B £1,788.59
C £2,044.10
D £2,299.61
E £2,810.63
F £3,321.67
G £3,832.69
H £4,599.22
Council tax charges for Boddington in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,549.28
B £1,807.49
C £2,065.70
D £2,323.91
E £2,840.33
F £3,356.77
G £3,873.19
H £4,647.82
Council tax charges for Brackley in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,554.54
B £1,813.63
C £2,072.71
D £2,331.80
E £2,849.97
F £3,368.16
G £3,886.34
H £4,663.60
Council tax charges for Brafield On The Green in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,489.16
B £1,737.35
C £1,985.54
D £2,233.73
E £2,730.11
F £3,226.51
G £3,722.89
H £4,467.46
Council tax charges for Brington in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,498.33
B £1,748.05
C £1,997.77
D £2,247.49
E £2,746.93
F £3,246.38
G £3,745.82
H £4,494.98
Council tax charges for Brockhall in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,436.51
B £1,675.93
C £1,915.34
D £2,154.76
E £2,633.59
F £3,112.44
G £3,591.27
H £4,309.52
Council tax charges for Byfield in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,540.86
B £1,797.67
C £2,054.47
D £2,311.28
E £2,824.89
F £3,338.52
G £3,852.14
H £4,622.56
Council tax charges for Canons Ashby in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,436.51
B £1,675.93
C £1,915.34
D £2,154.76
E £2,633.59
F £3,112.44
G £3,591.27
H £4,309.52
Council tax charges for Catesby in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,438.18
B £1,677.88
C £1,917.57
D £2,157.27
E £2,636.66
F £3,116.07
G £3,595.45
H £4,314.54
Council tax charges for Chapel & Church Brampton in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,487.76
B £1,735.72
C £1,983.67
D £2,231.63
E £2,727.54
F £3,223.47
G £3,719.39
H £4,463.26
Council tax charges for Chipping Warden And Edgcote in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,480.56
B £1,727.33
C £1,974.08
D £2,220.84
E £2,714.35
F £3,207.89
G £3,701.40
H £4,441.68
Council tax charges for Clipston in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,490.46
B £1,738.87
C £1,987.27
D £2,235.68
E £2,732.49
F £3,229.32
G £3,726.14
H £4,471.36
Council tax charges for Cold Ashby in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,498.52
B £1,748.28
C £1,998.02
D £2,247.78
E £2,747.28
F £3,246.80
G £3,746.30
H £4,495.56
Council tax charges for Collingtree in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,491.71
B £1,740.33
C £1,988.94
D £2,237.56
E £2,734.79
F £3,232.04
G £3,729.27
H £4,475.12
Council tax charges for Cottesbrooke in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,436.51
B £1,675.93
C £1,915.34
D £2,154.76
E £2,633.59
F £3,112.44
G £3,591.27
H £4,309.52
Council tax charges for Creaton in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,517.66
B £1,770.60
C £2,023.54
D £2,276.48
E £2,782.36
F £3,288.26
G £3,794.14
H £4,552.96
Council tax charges for Croughton in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,525.92
B £1,780.24
C £2,034.55
D £2,288.87
E £2,797.50
F £3,306.15
G £3,814.79
H £4,577.74
Council tax charges for Castle Ashby in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,479.06
B £1,725.58
C £1,972.08
D £2,218.59
E £2,711.60
F £3,204.64
G £3,697.65
H £4,437.18
Council tax charges for Chacombe in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,488.02
B £1,736.02
C £1,984.02
D £2,232.02
E £2,728.02
F £3,224.04
G £3,720.04
H £4,464.04
Council tax charges for Charwelton in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,462.52
B £1,706.28
C £1,950.02
D £2,193.78
E £2,681.28
F £3,168.80
G £3,656.30
H £4,387.56
Council tax charges for Clay Coton in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,436.51
B £1,675.93
C £1,915.34
D £2,154.76
E £2,633.59
F £3,112.44
G £3,591.27
H £4,309.52
Council tax charges for Cogenhoe And Whiston in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,475.54
B £1,721.47
C £1,967.38
D £2,213.31
E £2,705.15
F £3,197.01
G £3,688.85
H £4,426.62
Council tax charges for Cold Higham in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,489.54
B £1,737.80
C £1,986.05
D £2,234.31
E £2,730.82
F £3,227.35
G £3,723.85
H £4,468.62
Council tax charges for Cosgrove in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,500.56
B £1,750.66
C £2,000.74
D £2,250.84
E £2,751.02
F £3,251.22
G £3,751.40
H £4,501.68
Council tax charges for Courteenhall in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,436.51
B £1,675.93
C £1,915.34
D £2,154.76
E £2,633.59
F £3,112.44
G £3,591.27
H £4,309.52
Council tax charges for Crick in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,533.15
B £1,788.68
C £2,044.19
D £2,299.72
E £2,810.76
F £3,321.83
G £3,832.87
H £4,599.44
Council tax charges for Culworth in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,575.48
B £1,838.06
C £2,100.63
D £2,363.21
E £2,888.36
F £3,413.53
G £3,938.69
H £4,726.42
Council tax charges for Daventry in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,556.58
B £1,816.01
C £2,075.43
D £2,334.86
E £2,853.71
F £3,372.58
G £3,891.44
H £4,669.72
Council tax charges for Denton in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,509.34
B £1,760.90
C £2,012.45
D £2,264.01
E £2,767.12
F £3,270.25
G £3,773.35
H £4,528.02
Council tax charges for Draughton With Maidwell in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,485.44
B £1,733.01
C £1,980.58
D £2,228.15
E £2,723.29
F £3,218.45
G £3,713.59
H £4,456.30
Council tax charges for Deanshanger in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,491.54
B £1,740.14
C £1,988.72
D £2,237.31
E £2,734.48
F £3,231.68
G £3,728.85
H £4,474.62
Council tax charges for Dodford in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,456.84
B £1,699.65
C £1,942.45
D £2,185.26
E £2,670.87
F £3,156.50
G £3,642.10
H £4,370.52
Council tax charges for Duston in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,514.53
B £1,766.96
C £2,019.37
D £2,271.79
E £2,776.62
F £3,281.48
G £3,786.32
H £4,543.58
Council tax charges for East Farndon in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,494.54
B £1,743.63
C £1,992.71
D £2,241.80
E £2,739.97
F £3,238.16
G £3,736.34
H £4,483.60
Council tax charges for East Hunsbury in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,513.69
B £1,765.98
C £2,018.25
D £2,270.53
E £2,775.08
F £3,279.66
G £3,784.22
H £4,541.06
Council tax charges for Elkington in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,436.51
B £1,675.93
C £1,915.34
D £2,154.76
E £2,633.59
F £3,112.44
G £3,591.27
H £4,309.52
Council tax charges for Everdon in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,491.62
B £1,740.23
C £1,988.82
D £2,237.43
E £2,734.63
F £3,231.85
G £3,729.05
H £4,474.86
Council tax charges for East Haddon in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,489.20
B £1,737.41
C £1,985.60
D £2,233.80
E £2,730.19
F £3,226.61
G £3,723.00
H £4,467.60
Council tax charges for Easton Neston in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,436.51
B £1,675.93
C £1,915.34
D £2,154.76
E £2,633.59
F £3,112.44
G £3,591.27
H £4,309.52
Council tax charges for Evenley in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,497.20
B £1,746.73
C £1,996.26
D £2,245.79
E £2,744.85
F £3,243.93
G £3,742.99
H £4,491.58
Council tax charges for Eydon in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,517.86
B £1,770.83
C £2,023.80
D £2,276.78
E £2,782.73
F £3,288.69
G £3,794.64
H £4,553.56
Council tax charges for Far Cotton & Delapre in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,475.23
B £1,721.10
C £1,966.97
D £2,212.84
E £2,704.58
F £3,196.34
G £3,688.07
H £4,425.68
Council tax charges for Farthingstone in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,469.01
B £1,713.85
C £1,958.67
D £2,203.51
E £2,693.17
F £3,182.86
G £3,672.52
H £4,407.02
Council tax charges for Flore in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,481.48
B £1,728.40
C £1,975.30
D £2,222.22
E £2,716.04
F £3,209.88
G £3,703.70
H £4,444.44
Council tax charges for Farthinghoe in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,482.44
B £1,729.52
C £1,976.58
D £2,223.66
E £2,717.80
F £3,211.96
G £3,706.10
H £4,447.32
Council tax charges for Fawsley in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,436.51
B £1,675.93
C £1,915.34
D £2,154.76
E £2,633.59
F £3,112.44
G £3,591.27
H £4,309.52
Council tax charges for Gayton in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,530.41
B £1,785.48
C £2,040.54
D £2,295.61
E £2,805.74
F £3,315.89
G £3,826.02
H £4,591.22
Council tax charges for Grange Park in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,513.96
B £1,766.28
C £2,018.60
D £2,270.93
E £2,775.58
F £3,280.24
G £3,784.89
H £4,541.86
Council tax charges for Great Oxendon in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,505.67
B £1,756.62
C £2,007.55
D £2,258.50
E £2,760.38
F £3,262.29
G £3,764.17
H £4,517.00
Council tax charges for Greens Norton in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,535.36
B £1,791.26
C £2,047.14
D £2,303.04
E £2,814.82
F £3,326.62
G £3,838.40
H £4,606.08
Council tax charges for Grafton Regis in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,436.51
B £1,675.93
C £1,915.34
D £2,154.76
E £2,633.59
F £3,112.44
G £3,591.27
H £4,309.52
Council tax charges for Great Houghton in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,497.93
B £1,747.58
C £1,997.23
D £2,246.88
E £2,746.18
F £3,245.50
G £3,744.81
H £4,493.76
Council tax charges for Greatworth in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,509.86
B £1,761.50
C £2,013.14
D £2,264.78
E £2,768.06
F £3,271.36
G £3,774.64
H £4,529.56
Council tax charges for Guilsborough in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,510.56
B £1,762.33
C £2,014.08
D £2,265.84
E £2,769.35
F £3,272.89
G £3,776.40
H £4,531.68
Council tax charges for Hackleton in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,547.09
B £1,804.94
C £2,062.78
D £2,320.63
E £2,836.32
F £3,352.03
G £3,867.72
H £4,641.26
Council tax charges for Hardingstone in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,473.46
B £1,719.05
C £1,964.61
D £2,210.19
E £2,701.33
F £3,192.51
G £3,683.65
H £4,420.38
Council tax charges for Harlestone Manor in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,506.11
B £1,757.13
C £2,008.14
D £2,259.16
E £2,761.19
F £3,263.24
G £3,765.27
H £4,518.32
Council tax charges for Hartwell in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,512.88
B £1,765.02
C £2,017.16
D £2,269.31
E £2,773.60
F £3,277.90
G £3,782.19
H £4,538.62
Council tax charges for Hellidon in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,439.32
B £1,679.21
C £1,919.09
D £2,158.98
E £2,638.75
F £3,118.54
G £3,598.30
H £4,317.96
Council tax charges for Hinton In The Hedges in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,436.51
B £1,675.93
C £1,915.34
D £2,154.76
E £2,633.59
F £3,112.44
G £3,591.27
H £4,309.52
Council tax charges for Holdenby in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,436.51
B £1,675.93
C £1,915.34
D £2,154.76
E £2,633.59
F £3,112.44
G £3,591.27
H £4,309.52
Council tax charges for Hunsbury Meadows in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,455.44
B £1,698.02
C £1,940.58
D £2,183.16
E £2,668.30
F £3,153.46
G £3,638.60
H £4,366.32
Council tax charges for Hannington in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,487.20
B £1,735.06
C £1,982.92
D £2,230.79
E £2,726.52
F £3,222.26
G £3,717.99
H £4,461.58
Council tax charges for Harlestone in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,547.68
B £1,805.62
C £2,063.56
D £2,321.51
E £2,837.40
F £3,353.30
G £3,869.19
H £4,643.02
Council tax charges for Harpole in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,542.37
B £1,799.43
C £2,056.49
D £2,313.55
E £2,827.67
F £3,341.80
G £3,855.92
H £4,627.10
Council tax charges for Haselbech in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,436.51
B £1,675.93
C £1,915.34
D £2,154.76
E £2,633.59
F £3,112.44
G £3,591.27
H £4,309.52
Council tax charges for Helmdon in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,486.28
B £1,733.99
C £1,981.70
D £2,229.41
E £2,724.83
F £3,220.27
G £3,715.69
H £4,458.82
Council tax charges for Holcot in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,514.84
B £1,767.31
C £2,019.78
D £2,272.25
E £2,777.19
F £3,282.15
G £3,787.09
H £4,544.50
Council tax charges for Hollowell in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,491.81
B £1,740.45
C £1,989.07
D £2,237.71
E £2,734.97
F £3,232.26
G £3,729.52
H £4,475.42
Council tax charges for Kelmarsh in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,436.51
B £1,675.93
C £1,915.34
D £2,154.76
E £2,633.59
F £3,112.44
G £3,591.27
H £4,309.52
Council tax charges for Kings Sutton in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,503.18
B £1,753.72
C £2,004.24
D £2,254.77
E £2,755.82
F £3,256.90
G £3,757.95
H £4,509.54
Council tax charges for Kislingbury in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,516.08
B £1,768.76
C £2,021.43
D £2,274.11
E £2,779.46
F £3,284.83
G £3,790.19
H £4,548.22
Council tax charges for Kilsby in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,506.09
B £1,757.11
C £2,008.11
D £2,259.13
E £2,761.15
F £3,263.20
G £3,765.22
H £4,518.26
Council tax charges for Kingsthorpe in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,468.90
B £1,713.72
C £1,958.52
D £2,203.34
E £2,692.96
F £3,182.61
G £3,672.24
H £4,406.68
Council tax charges for Lamport in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,481.52
B £1,728.44
C £1,975.35
D £2,222.27
E £2,716.10
F £3,209.95
G £3,703.79
H £4,444.54
Council tax charges for Litchborough in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,483.79
B £1,731.09
C £1,978.38
D £2,225.68
E £2,720.27
F £3,214.88
G £3,709.47
H £4,451.36
Council tax charges for Long Buckby in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,494.85
B £1,743.99
C £1,993.12
D £2,242.27
E £2,740.55
F £3,238.84
G £3,737.12
H £4,484.54
Council tax charges for Lilbourne in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,539.00
B £1,795.50
C £2,051.99
D £2,308.49
E £2,821.48
F £3,334.49
G £3,847.49
H £4,616.98
Council tax charges for Little Houghton in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,499.28
B £1,749.16
C £1,999.03
D £2,248.91
E £2,748.66
F £3,248.43
G £3,748.19
H £4,497.82
Council tax charges for Maidford in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,474.91
B £1,720.73
C £1,966.54
D £2,212.36
E £2,703.99
F £3,195.64
G £3,687.27
H £4,424.72
Council tax charges for Marston Trussell in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,480.16
B £1,726.86
C £1,973.54
D £2,220.24
E £2,713.62
F £3,207.02
G £3,700.40
H £4,440.48
Council tax charges for Milton Malsor in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,509.54
B £1,761.13
C £2,012.71
D £2,264.30
E £2,767.47
F £3,270.66
G £3,773.84
H £4,528.60
Council tax charges for Moulton in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,580.31
B £1,843.70
C £2,107.07
D £2,370.46
E £2,897.22
F £3,424.01
G £3,950.77
H £4,740.92
Council tax charges for Marston St Lawrence in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,469.50
B £1,714.42
C £1,959.33
D £2,204.25
E £2,694.08
F £3,183.93
G £3,673.75
H £4,408.50
Council tax charges for Middleton Cheney in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,495.59
B £1,744.86
C £1,994.11
D £2,243.38
E £2,741.90
F £3,240.45
G £3,738.97
H £4,486.76
Council tax charges for Moreton Pinkney in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,476.94
B £1,723.10
C £1,969.25
D £2,215.41
E £2,707.72
F £3,200.05
G £3,692.35
H £4,430.82
Council tax charges for Naseby in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,497.94
B £1,747.60
C £1,997.25
D £2,246.91
E £2,746.22
F £3,245.55
G £3,744.85
H £4,493.82
Council tax charges for Newbottle (Charlton) in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,486.94
B £1,734.76
C £1,982.58
D £2,230.40
E £2,726.04
F £3,221.70
G £3,717.34
H £4,460.80
Council tax charges for Northampton Town Council in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,476.80
B £1,722.94
C £1,969.06
D £2,215.20
E £2,707.46
F £3,199.74
G £3,692.00
H £4,430.40
Council tax charges for Nether Heyford in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,582.76
B £1,846.55
C £2,110.34
D £2,374.13
E £2,901.71
F £3,429.31
G £3,956.89
H £4,748.26
Council tax charges for Newnham in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,527.00
B £1,781.51
C £2,036.00
D £2,290.50
E £2,799.49
F £3,308.51
G £3,817.50
H £4,581.00
Council tax charges for Norton in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,512.45
B £1,764.53
C £2,016.59
D £2,268.67
E £2,772.81
F £3,276.98
G £3,781.12
H £4,537.34
Council tax charges for Old in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,490.66
B £1,739.10
C £1,987.54
D £2,235.98
E £2,732.86
F £3,229.76
G £3,726.64
H £4,471.96
Council tax charges for Overstone in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,498.15
B £1,747.84
C £1,997.53
D £2,247.22
E £2,746.60
F £3,245.99
G £3,745.37
H £4,494.44
Council tax charges for Old Stratford in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,483.55
B £1,730.81
C £1,978.06
D £2,225.32
E £2,719.83
F £3,214.36
G £3,708.87
H £4,450.64
Council tax charges for Overthorpe in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,483.94
B £1,731.26
C £1,978.58
D £2,225.90
E £2,720.54
F £3,215.20
G £3,709.84
H £4,451.80
Council tax charges for Pattishall in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,502.44
B £1,752.84
C £2,003.24
D £2,253.65
E £2,754.46
F £3,255.28
G £3,756.09
H £4,507.30
Council tax charges for Pitsford in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,515.82
B £1,768.46
C £2,021.09
D £2,273.73
E £2,779.00
F £3,284.29
G £3,789.55
H £4,547.46
Council tax charges for Preston Capes in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,482.58
B £1,729.68
C £1,976.77
D £2,223.87
E £2,718.06
F £3,212.27
G £3,706.45
H £4,447.74
Council tax charges for Paulerspury in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,473.22
B £1,718.75
C £1,964.28
D £2,209.82
E £2,700.89
F £3,191.97
G £3,683.04
H £4,419.64
Council tax charges for Potterspury in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,501.91
B £1,752.23
C £2,002.54
D £2,252.86
E £2,753.49
F £3,254.14
G £3,754.77
H £4,505.72
Council tax charges for Quinton in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,509.90
B £1,761.55
C £2,013.19
D £2,264.84
E £2,768.13
F £3,271.44
G £3,774.74
H £4,529.68
Council tax charges for Radstone in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,436.51
B £1,675.93
C £1,915.34
D £2,154.76
E £2,633.59
F £3,112.44
G £3,591.27
H £4,309.52
Council tax charges for Roade in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,506.76
B £1,757.88
C £2,009.00
D £2,260.13
E £2,762.38
F £3,264.64
G £3,766.89
H £4,520.26
Council tax charges for Ravensthorpe in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,472.11
B £1,717.46
C £1,962.81
D £2,208.16
E £2,698.86
F £3,189.57
G £3,680.27
H £4,416.32
Council tax charges for Rothersthorpe in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,510.82
B £1,762.62
C £2,014.42
D £2,266.22
E £2,769.82
F £3,273.44
G £3,777.04
H £4,532.44
Council tax charges for Scaldwell in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,508.52
B £1,759.94
C £2,011.35
D £2,262.77
E £2,765.60
F £3,268.45
G £3,771.29
H £4,525.54
Council tax charges for Sibbertoft in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,505.76
B £1,756.72
C £2,007.67
D £2,258.63
E £2,760.54
F £3,262.47
G £3,764.39
H £4,517.26
Council tax charges for Slapton in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,436.51
B £1,675.93
C £1,915.34
D £2,154.76
E £2,633.59
F £3,112.44
G £3,591.27
H £4,309.52
Council tax charges for Stanford in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,436.51
B £1,675.93
C £1,915.34
D £2,154.76
E £2,633.59
F £3,112.44
G £3,591.27
H £4,309.52
Council tax charges for Stoke Bruerne in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,500.61
B £1,750.71
C £2,000.81
D £2,250.91
E £2,751.11
F £3,251.32
G £3,751.52
H £4,501.82
Council tax charges for Sulby in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,436.51
B £1,675.93
C £1,915.34
D £2,154.76
E £2,633.59
F £3,112.44
G £3,591.27
H £4,309.52
Council tax charges for Syresham in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,505.42
B £1,756.33
C £2,007.22
D £2,258.13
E £2,759.93
F £3,261.75
G £3,763.55
H £4,516.26
Council tax charges for Shutlanger in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,519.30
B £1,772.51
C £2,025.72
D £2,278.94
E £2,785.37
F £3,291.81
G £3,798.24
H £4,557.88
Council tax charges for Silverstone in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,481.09
B £1,727.94
C £1,974.78
D £2,221.63
E £2,715.32
F £3,209.03
G £3,702.72
H £4,443.26
Council tax charges for Spratton in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,513.25
B £1,765.46
C £2,017.66
D £2,269.87
E £2,774.28
F £3,278.71
G £3,783.12
H £4,539.74
Council tax charges for Staverton in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,474.12
B £1,719.81
C £1,965.49
D £2,211.18
E £2,702.55
F £3,193.94
G £3,685.30
H £4,422.36
Council tax charges for Stowe IX Churches in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,465.73
B £1,710.02
C £1,954.30
D £2,198.59
E £2,687.16
F £3,175.75
G £3,664.32
H £4,397.18
Council tax charges for Sulgrave in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,487.59
B £1,735.52
C £1,983.45
D £2,231.38
E £2,727.24
F £3,223.11
G £3,718.97
H £4,462.76
Council tax charges for Thenford in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,436.51
B £1,675.93
C £1,915.34
D £2,154.76
E £2,633.59
F £3,112.44
G £3,591.27
H £4,309.52
Council tax charges for Thorpe Mandeville in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,462.51
B £1,706.26
C £1,950.01
D £2,193.76
E £2,681.26
F £3,168.77
G £3,656.27
H £4,387.52
Council tax charges for Towcester in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,531.57
B £1,786.83
C £2,042.09
D £2,297.35
E £2,807.87
F £3,318.40
G £3,828.92
H £4,594.70
Council tax charges for Thornby in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,453.80
B £1,696.11
C £1,938.40
D £2,180.70
E £2,665.29
F £3,149.91
G £3,634.50
H £4,361.40
Council tax charges for Tiffield in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,530.24
B £1,785.28
C £2,040.31
D £2,295.35
E £2,805.42
F £3,315.51
G £3,825.59
H £4,590.70
Council tax charges for Walgrave in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,487.22
B £1,735.09
C £1,982.95
D £2,230.82
E £2,726.55
F £3,222.30
G £3,718.04
H £4,461.64
Council tax charges for Warkworth in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,436.51
B £1,675.93
C £1,915.34
D £2,154.76
E £2,633.59
F £3,112.44
G £3,591.27
H £4,309.52
Council tax charges for Weedon in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,536.92
B £1,793.07
C £2,049.22
D £2,305.37
E £2,817.67
F £3,329.98
G £3,842.29
H £4,610.74
Council tax charges for Welton in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,472.31
B £1,717.70
C £1,963.07
D £2,208.46
E £2,699.22
F £3,190.01
G £3,680.77
H £4,416.92
Council tax charges for West Hunsbury in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,453.48
B £1,695.72
C £1,937.97
D £2,180.21
E £2,664.70
F £3,149.20
G £3,633.69
H £4,360.42
Council tax charges for Whilton in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,519.60
B £1,772.86
C £2,026.12
D £2,279.39
E £2,785.92
F £3,292.46
G £3,798.99
H £4,558.78
Council tax charges for Whittlebury in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,513.98
B £1,766.32
C £2,018.64
D £2,270.97
E £2,775.62
F £3,280.30
G £3,784.95
H £4,541.94
Council tax charges for Winwick in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,452.04
B £1,694.05
C £1,936.05
D £2,178.06
E £2,662.07
F £3,146.10
G £3,630.10
H £4,356.12
Council tax charges for Woodford Halse in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,544.06
B £1,801.40
C £2,058.74
D £2,316.08
E £2,830.76
F £3,345.46
G £3,860.14
H £4,632.16
Council tax charges for Wappenham in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,466.83
B £1,711.30
C £1,955.77
D £2,200.24
E £2,689.18
F £3,178.13
G £3,667.07
H £4,400.48
Council tax charges for Watford in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,517.59
B £1,770.52
C £2,023.45
D £2,276.38
E £2,782.24
F £3,288.11
G £3,793.97
H £4,552.76
Council tax charges for Welford in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,504.10
B £1,754.78
C £2,005.46
D £2,256.14
E £2,757.50
F £3,258.88
G £3,760.24
H £4,512.28
Council tax charges for West Haddon in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,592.10
B £1,857.46
C £2,122.80
D £2,388.15
E £2,918.84
F £3,449.56
G £3,980.25
H £4,776.30
Council tax charges for Weston And Weedon in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,465.88
B £1,710.19
C £1,954.50
D £2,198.81
E £2,687.43
F £3,176.07
G £3,664.69
H £4,397.62
Council tax charges for Whitfield in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,436.51
B £1,675.93
C £1,915.34
D £2,154.76
E £2,633.59
F £3,112.44
G £3,591.27
H £4,309.52
Council tax charges for Wicken in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,479.98
B £1,726.64
C £1,973.30
D £2,219.96
E £2,713.28
F £3,206.62
G £3,699.94
H £4,439.92
Council tax charges for Woodend in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,436.51
B £1,675.93
C £1,915.34
D £2,154.76
E £2,633.59
F £3,112.44
G £3,591.27
H £4,309.52
Council tax charges for Wootton in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,510.61
B £1,762.38
C £2,014.14
D £2,265.91
E £2,769.44
F £3,272.99
G £3,776.52
H £4,531.82
Council tax charges for Yardley Gobion in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,483.02
B £1,730.19
C £1,977.35
D £2,224.52
E £2,718.85
F £3,213.20
G £3,707.54
H £4,449.04
Council tax charges for Yelvertoft in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,498.14
B £1,747.84
C £1,997.52
D £2,247.21
E £2,746.58
F £3,245.98
G £3,745.35
H £4,494.42
Council tax charges for Yardley Hastings in 2024/25
Bands
A £1,485.89
B £1,733.54
C £1,981.18
D £2,228.83
E £2,724.12
F £3,219.43
G £3,714.72
H £4,457.66
Managing Your Council Tax
In this final segment, we will explore effective ways to manage your Council Tax payments in Northampton, offering insights into available discounts, exemptions, and the support structure provided by the local authorities to aid residents in meeting their Council Tax obligations.
Payment Methods and Planning
Northampton residents have several options to manage their Council Tax payments efficiently:
Direct Debit: The most straightforward method, allowing for automated payments directly from your bank account. This ensures payments are never missed and are spread over the year.
Online Payments: For those preferring to manage their finances actively, the council offers a robust online platform where payments can be made and tracked.
Discounts and Exemptions
Several discounts and exemptions can significantly reduce the amount of Council Tax you are liable to pay:
Single Person Discount: If you live alone, you are entitled to a 25% reduction on your Council Tax.
Student Exemption: Full-time students are exempt from paying Council Tax, a relief that also applies to some apprentices and youth trainees.
Disability Reduction: Properties adapted to meet the needs of disabled residents may be eligible for a reduction in Council Tax, ensuring fairness and support for those with additional living requirements.
Support for Financial Hardships
Recognizing the financial challenges some residents may face, the council offers various support mechanisms:
Council Tax Support: Low-income households can apply for Council Tax Support, which can cover up to 100% of the tax due for the most financially vulnerable residents.
Discretionary Discounts: In exceptional circumstances, additional discretionary discounts may be granted to those experiencing severe financial difficulties.
Key Changes and Updates for 2024/2025
The latest financial year has seen several updates in the Council Tax system in Northampton:
Increased Rates: To accommodate the need for enhanced public services and infrastructure development, Council Tax rates have been increased by 4.99%, including a specific precept for adult social care.
Technological Enhancements: Upgrades to digital platforms ensure that residents can manage their payments more efficiently and access support services online, reflecting the council's commitment to improving user experience and accessibility.
Managing Council Tax effectively requires understanding the various components that affect how much you pay and taking advantage of the support and reductions available. The Council of Northampton provides numerous avenues for residents to manage their responsibilities, ensuring that services across the community are adequately funded while also offering support to those in need.
With this comprehensive guide, residents of Northampton can navigate the complexities of Council Tax, ensuring they meet their legal obligations while maximizing the support available to manage their finances effectively. By staying informed and proactive, you can ensure that your contributions are managed wisely and contribute positively to the community's well-being.
FAQs
Q1: How can I find out which Council Tax band my property in Northampton is in?
You can check your property's Council Tax band by visiting the Valuation Office Agency's website or contacting your local council directly. They provide a searchable database where you can input your postcode to find out your band.
Q2: What should I do if I believe my property’s Council Tax band is incorrect?
If you believe your Council Tax band is incorrect, you can make a challenge to the Valuation Office Agency. They will review your case and provide a decision. It's important to provide evidence supporting why you believe the banding is incorrect, such as the sale prices of similar properties.
Q3: Are there any plans to revalue properties in Northampton for Council Tax purposes soon?
As of July 2024, there are no announced plans to conduct a general revaluation of properties in Northampton for Council Tax purposes. Properties continue to be assessed based on their 1991 values unless significant changes have been made.
Q4: How does the Council Tax band of a property affect its selling price?
The Council Tax band can influence the selling price as higher bands may indicate higher ongoing costs for potential buyers. However, it is one of many factors buyers consider, including property condition, location, and market trends.
Q5: Can renovations or extensions affect my Council Tax band?
Yes, significant renovations or extensions that increase the value of your property can lead to a re-assessment of your Council Tax band. This usually happens when the property is sold or re-valued by the Valuation Office Agency.
Q6: What is the time frame for appealing a Council Tax band decision?
After receiving a decision on your Council Tax band challenge from the Valuation Office Agency, you typically have a limited time to appeal the decision. This period is usually within three months of the decision date.
Q7: How are new build properties assigned a Council Tax band in Northampton?
New build properties in Northampton are assigned a Council Tax band by the Valuation Office Agency once they are completed. The VOA assesses the property value based on comparable market prices as of 1991.
Q8: Is there a maximum Council Tax increase limit per year?
Local councils are restricted by government legislation on how much they can increase Council Tax each year without holding a referendum. As of 2024, this cap is typically around 2-3% for general expenses, plus any applicable precepts for services like adult social care.
Q9: What happens to my Council Tax if I move to a different band area within Northampton?
If you move to a different band area within Northampton, your Council Tax rate will be adjusted to reflect the band of your new property. You need to inform the local council about your move to ensure the billing is updated.
Q10: How does the single person discount affect Council Tax bands?
The single person discount does not change the band of the property but reduces the Council Tax bill by 25% for properties occupied by a single adult as the sole resident.
Q11: What are the consequences of not paying Council Tax?
Failing to pay Council Tax can lead to legal action, including fines and court orders. The local council may implement measures such as payment reminders, arrangements for arrears, and ultimately, court summons if payments are not made.
Q12: Can I change my Council Tax payment plan?
Yes, most councils, including Northampton, offer the ability to spread Council Tax payments over 12 months instead of the standard 10, or to adjust the payment dates. Contact your local council to arrange a payment plan that suits your financial situation.
Q13: Are there any exemptions for unoccupied properties regarding Council Tax?
Yes, unoccupied properties may be exempt from Council Tax for a certain period, depending on the reason for vacancy and local council regulations. For example, homes left empty due to the owner's death or properties under renovation might qualify for exemptions.
Q14: How are mixed-use properties taxed under Council Tax bands?
Mixed-use properties, where part is used for residential and part for business, are typically subject to both Council Tax and business rates. The residential portion falls under Council Tax bands, while the business portion is evaluated for business rates.
Q15: What is the impact of local referendums on Council Tax rates?
Local referendums can be held if a council proposes to increase Council Tax beyond a set threshold, which is typically around 2-3% plus specific precepts. The outcome can directly influence the maximum allowable rate increase.
Q16: How are Council Tax bands adjusted for inflation?Council Tax bands are not directly adjusted for inflation. They are based on the property values as of 1991. However, the amount of tax levied can be adjusted annually by the council within the limits set by central government.
Q17: What relief programs are available for veterans regarding Council Tax?
Veterans may be eligible for discounts or exemptions on their Council Tax under certain conditions, such as receiving war pensions or if the property has been adapted to meet disability needs.
Q18: How do temporary financial hardships affect my Council Tax payments?
Local councils offer support for residents facing temporary financial hardships, such as deferred payment plans or temporary reductions in Council Tax due through discretionary relief.
Q19: Can I receive a Council Tax discount if I am a foster carer?
Yes, foster carers may be eligible for a Council Tax discount if the local council has provisions for reducing tax liability for households providing foster care.
Q19: What are the penalties for falsely claiming a Council Tax discount?
Falsely claiming a Council Tax discount can lead to penalties including repayment of the wrongly claimed amounts, fines, and potential legal action for fraud.
Q20: Are there specific Council Tax considerations for properties with renewable energy installations?
Properties with renewable energy installations like solar panels are generally not re-assessed for higher Council Tax bands solely because of these improvements. However, overall property improvements leading to increased value could affect the band when re-valued.
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