Council Tax Bands in
Adur
Adur has a population of 64,187 in the South East region. An estimated 1,926 properties may be in the wrong council tax band — check yours for free.
64,187
Population
28,884
Properties
1,926
Potential Wrong Bands
Council Tax Rates in Adur
Adur is located in South East, England. Most properties in Adur fall into Band D, costing approximately £2,128 per year.
Adur Council Tax Rates by Band
- Band A£1,418/year
- Band B£1,655/year
- Band C£1,891/year
- Band D£2,128/year ★ Most Common
- 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
- Band B£40,001 – £52,000
- Band C£52,001 – £68,000
- Band D£68,001 – £88,000 ★ Most Common in Adur
- Band E£88,001 – £120,000
- Band F£120,001 – £160,000
- Band G£160,001 – £320,000
- Band HOver £320,000
Band D in Adur
Band D is the most common band in Adur, with properties valued at £68,001 – £88,000 in 1 April 1991. These properties pay approximately £2,128 per year in council tax. If your Adur property is in Band D, 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 E in Adur
Band E properties in Adur were valued at £88,001 – £120,000 in 1 April 1991 and pay £2,601 per year. Many Band E homeowners in Adur are potentially overpaying — if similar properties nearby are in Band D, you may be able to challenge your band and save money.
Why Adur Properties Are Often Misbanded
Council tax bands in England were set based on property values from 1 April 1991. Since then, Adur has changed significantly. Neighbourhood regeneration, new developments, and shifting property markets mean many valuations no longer reflect reality.
With approximately 28,884 domestic properties in Adur, and national estimates suggesting 1 in 8 are misbanded, around 1,926 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 Adur? expand_more
The average Band D council tax in Adur is approximately £2,128 per year. Most properties are in Band D, costing around £2,128 annually. Actual amounts vary based on local authority precepts and parish charges.
How do I appeal my council tax band in Adur? expand_more
To appeal your council tax band in Adur, 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 Adur 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 Adur, with around 28,884 properties, this means roughly 1,926 homes could be misbanded. Many of these homeowners are overpaying and could be entitled to refunds.
Can I get a council tax refund in Adur? expand_more
Yes. If your property in Adur 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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Could You Be Owed Money?
1 in 8 UK homes are in the wrong council tax band. If yours is one of them, you could claim a refund — potentially backdated to 1993.