BandRight guide
Council Tax Band FAQ
Quick Answer
BandRight is a free residential council tax screening tool. It gives indicative guidance and points you back to official VOA and council records for verification.
These answers explain how to use BandRight responsibly. The checker is intended to help you decide whether a closer look is worthwhile, not to replace official property records.
Most users start with three questions: whether the property is residential, whether the exact address and postcode match the council tax bill, and whether similar nearby homes point to a consistent banding pattern. BandRight is designed around those first checks.
FAQs
Is BandRight free?
Yes. BandRight currently provides free council tax band screening.
Who is BandRight for?
BandRight is for homeowners and residents in England and Wales who want an initial check before relying on official records or considering a challenge.
Does BandRight scrape VOA data?
No. BandRight does not use or recommend unauthorised scraping of the VOA council tax list.
What should I do if BandRight has no data for my postcode?
Try the exact postcode from your council tax bill and check the official VOA council tax list for your property.
How do I contact BandRight?
Use the Improve this site feedback form available on every page. Add your email address if you want a reply.
Can BandRight guarantee that my band will be reduced?
No. BandRight is an indicative screening tool. It can help you organise evidence, but the official record and challenge outcome depend on the VOA and the facts of your property.
Does BandRight cover Scotland or Northern Ireland?
No. The current guidance and positioning are for residential council tax in England and Wales only.
What should I verify before contacting the VOA?
Check the exact address, confirm the current official band, and compare only genuinely similar nearby homes by type, size, age and layout.
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Start with a free BandRight screening, then verify anything important with the official VOA council tax list.
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