How much is Council Tax in PA12 for 2026/2027?

In PA12 (Renfrewshire), the baseline Band D council tax charge for 2026/2027 is £1713.35 per year. Charges range from £1142.23 for Band A properties up to £4197.71 for the highest band. The most common band in PA12 is Band A, with a typical annual bill of £1142.23.

Which local authority bills Council Tax in PA12?

PA12 is administered by Renfrewshire Council (ONS LAD Code: S12000025). The council operates under Council Tax (Scotland Reformed Multiplier 1991 Valuation).

How much is the Single Person Discount in PA12?

Single adult households in PA12 receive a statutory 25% discount on their council tax bill. For a Band D property, this reduces the annual charge from £1713.35 down to £1285.01 (or approximately £128.50 across 10 monthly direct debit installments).

Can I challenge my Council Tax band in PA12?

Yes. If you believe your property in PA12 was over-banded based on 1 April 1991 valuations (or 1 April 2003 in Wales), you can submit a formal proposal to the Valuation Office Agency (VOA) or SAA in Scotland for a statutory banding review. If successful, your band will be lowered and you may be entitled to a retrospective refund backdated to when you moved in.

Renfrewshire Council • LAD S12000025

Near Scotland AvgRank #16 of 32 in Scotland

PA12 Council Tax 2026/2027

Covering Renfrewshire (PA12 Postal District) in Renfrewshire, Scotland (Scotland). Tax system: Council Tax (Scotland Reformed Multiplier 1991 Valuation) based on 1 April 1991.

Band D Base Annual£1,713.35100% Authority Benchmark

Typical Household Bill£1,142Most Common (Band A)

YoY Annual Increase+4.76%+£77.85 vs 2025/26

Regional Rank (Scotland)#16In Scotland League

Statutory Council Tax Tariff: All Valuation Bands

Official billing schedule for 2026/27 including standard full payments and 25% single person discount tiers.

10 & 12 Monthly Options

Valuation Band	Valuation Baseline Range	Full Annual (£)	10-Mo Direct Debit	12-Mo Installment	Single Person (-25%)	Single 10-Mo
Band AMost Common in PA12	Up to £27,000	£1,142.23	£114.22/mo	£95.19/mo	£856.67	£85.67/mo
Band B	£27,001 to £35,000	£1,332.61	£133.26/mo	£111.05/mo	£999.46	£99.95/mo
Band C	£35,001 to £45,000	£1,522.98	£152.30/mo	£126.92/mo	£1,142.24	£114.22/mo
Band DUK Base Rate	£45,001 to £58,000	£1,713.35	£171.34/mo	£142.78/mo	£1,285.01	£128.50/mo
Band E	£58,001 to £80,000	£2,251.15	£225.12/mo	£187.60/mo	£1,688.36	£168.84/mo
Band F	£80,001 to £106,000	£2,784.19	£278.42/mo	£232.02/mo	£2,088.14	£208.81/mo
Band G	£106,001 to £212,000	£3,355.31	£335.53/mo	£279.61/mo	£2,516.48	£251.65/mo
Band H	Over £212,000	£4,197.71	£419.77/mo	£349.81/mo	£3,148.28	£314.83/mo

By law, UK councils must provide 12 monthly installments upon request instead of the default 10.Single Person Discount: Statutory 25% Reduction

Who Sets Your Bill: Precepting Authority Structure

Statutory breakdown structure for Council Tax levied across Renfrewshire (Renfrewshire Council).

Statutory Local Tiers

Scottish Local Authority & Water Services Structure

In Scotland, Council Tax is set directly by Renfrewshire Council to fund local schools, social work, roads, and environmental services.

Note: Domestic water and waste water (sewerage) charges are billed alongside Council Tax by Scottish local authorities on behalf of Scottish Water, but are legally distinct statutory charges outside Council Tax Band A–H tariffs.

Official Bill Verification: Exact statutory line-by-line pound allocations are itemised on your annual Council Tax Demand Notice issued each March. For specific budget schedules, consult Renfrewshire Council's official 2026/27 council tax resolution.

Local Postcode Housing & Tax Variance: PA12 vs Renfrewshire

Localized dwelling stock distribution, dominant property bands, and regional council tax alternatives.

Regional Rank #16 of 32

Outcode Dominant BandBand Band AModelled median band

Typical annual bill in PA12 is £1,142/yr (modelled estimate).

Housing Stock DistributionModelled estimate — not official VOA statistics

Entry/Terraced (Bands A–B):46.5%

Mid-Tier Suburban (Bands C–D):34.8%

Executive/Substantial (Bands E–H):18.7%

Regional Benchmark (Scotland)+£25.60

Renfrewshire charges 1.5% more than the Scotland regional average (£1687.75).

Nearby Authorities in Scotland (Council Tax Alternatives)

Cheaper Regional Alternatives:

East Ayrshire CouncilSave £51.91/yr (-3%)

Shetland Islands CouncilSave £82.93/yr (-4.8%)

Perth and Kinross CouncilSave £112.86/yr (-6.6%)

Higher-Tariff Regional Neighbours:

South Lanarkshire Council+£5.05/yr (+0.3%)

Falkirk Council+£33.77/yr (+2%)

Argyll and Bute Council+£40.02/yr (+2.3%)

Outcode Property Profile & Band Distribution

Property band profile and statutory valuation baseline for PA12 (Renfrewshire).

Modelled Estimate

Dominant BandBand Band AModelled local median

Typical Outcode Bill£1,142Modelled estimate /yr

Valuation Base Date1 April 1991Statutory VOA benchmark

Billing AuthorityRenfrewshireLocal council

Estimated Council Tax Band Distribution (PA12)

Modelled estimate — not official VOA statistics (see methodology)

Bands A & B (Entry-Level / Modest Dwellings)46.5%

Bands C & D (Mid-Tier Family Homes)34.8%

Bands E & F (Substantial Family Properties)12.6%

Bands G & H (Large & Executive Residences)6.1%

Statutory 1991 Valuation Baseline & Band Challenge Rights

In England and Scotland, every home's Council Tax band is determined strictly by its market value on 1 April 1991 (or 1 April 2003 in Wales), regardless of when the property was built or what you paid for it. Current property prices do not alter your statutory band.

1. Check NeighboursCompare your band against identical neighbouring properties on the official register.

2. 1991 ValuationBack-calculate your home's 1991 value using historic Nationwide or Land Registry house price indices.

3. Submit ProposalIf evidence shows an incorrect band, submit a formal proposal to the VOA (or SAA in Scotland).

Run 1991 Band Valuation Checker Methodology & Data Sources

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Check If You Are Overpaying Council Tax in Renfrewshire

Up to 400,000 UK homes are estimated to be in the wrong Council Tax band due to rushed 1991 second-gear valuations. Find out if your property qualifies for a formal band reduction challenge, backdated refunds, or single-person relief.

1Review Category

2Contact Details

1. What service or review do you require in PA12?

VOA Band Challenge & Appeal

Investigate whether your property is banded higher than identical neighbors on your street.

Single Person Discount (25% Off)

Check eligibility for 25% single-occupier reduction or rectify missed backdated discounts.

Council Tax Support / Hardship Relief

Low-income, pension credit, student exemption, or disability reduction scheme check.

Full Property Precept & Band Audit

Comprehensive review of local precept charges, annexes, and home alteration band risks.

2. Property Type

3. Timescale / Current Status