MAIDSTONE COUNCIL TAX BANDS & CHARGES 2024/25

The table below shows the 2024/25 council tax bands costs for properties in Maidstone in the different council tax bands or you can use online council tax Calculator and check yourself:

Maidstone Council Tax Band	Monthly Council Tax Charge	Annual Council Tax Rate
BAND A	£127.39	£1,528.62
BAND B	£148.62	£1,783.39
BAND C	£169.85	£2,038.16
BAND D	£191.08	£2,292.93
BAND E	£233.54	£2,802.47
BAND F	£276.00	£3,312.01
BAND G	£318.46	£3,821.55
BAND H	£382.16	£4,585.86

Maidstone Council, located in the heart of Kent, is the perfect place to call home. With its rich history, vibrant culture and beautiful landscape, it is a great place to live and work. For those who live in the area, the Maidstone Council Tax Refund Calculator is a great way to find out how much money you could be entitled to if your property is rebanded to a lower council tax band.

Interesting facts about Maidstone, UK include that it is the county town of Kent, and also the administrative centre for the Borough of Maidstone. It is home to a number of historic buildings, including Leeds Castle and Maidstone Museum, as well as a number of parks, gardens and open spaces.

Places to visit in the Maidstone area include Leeds Castle, the Kent Life Heritage Farm Park, the Kent and East Sussex Railway and the Kent Science Park. Leeds Castle is a 900 year old castle set on two islands in the River Len, and is a popular tourist attraction. The Kent Life Heritage Farm Park is an open-air museum showcasing the agricultural history of Kent, with a variety of farm animals and activities for the whole family. The Kent and East Sussex Railway is a heritage steam railway running through the Kent countryside, and the Kent Science Park is an innovation and technology hub.

Maidstone is well-known for its links to the writer Charles Dickens, who was born in the area, and is also the birthplace of the inventor of the steam engine, Thomas Newcomen. In more recent times, Maidstone has become known for its vibrant music scene, with a number of popular bands and artists hailing from the area.

Recent news of interest to residents of the Maidstone area includes the proposed development of a new leisure centre in the town, as well as plans to improve the town centre's pedestrian links.

Maidstone Council is responsible for delivering a range of services to local residents, including waste management, planning and development, leisure and culture, and housing. The council is funded by a combination of council tax payments and other sources, including government grants and fees. Council tax payments are used to fund a range of services, including waste collection, street cleaning, parks and open spaces, and leisure and cultural activities.

Maidstone Council has recently been criticised for its handling of a number of issues, including the closure of local libraries and the lack of affordable housing in the area. However, many local residents have praised the council for its efforts to improve public transport links and its commitment to preserving local green spaces.

There are a number of ways that Maidstone Council tax payments can be reduced, including applying for council tax discounts and exemptions, as well as taking advantage of the council's council tax reduction scheme.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: How do I apply for a council tax refund?
A: You can use the Maidstone Council Tax Refund Calculator to find out how much money you could be entitled to if your property is rebanded to a lower council tax band.

Q: How is Maidstone Council funded?
A: Maidstone Council is funded by a combination of council tax payments and other sources, including government grants and fees.

Q: What services does Maidstone Council provide?
A: Maidstone Council provides a range of services to local residents, including waste management, planning and development, leisure and culture, and housing.

Q: How can I reduce my Maidstone Council tax payments?
A: There are a number of ways that Maidstone Council tax payments can be reduced, including applying for council tax discounts and exemptions, as well as taking advantage of the council's council tax reduction scheme.

Q: Which councils are adjacent to Maidstone Council?
A: Adjacent councils to Maidstone Council include Tunbridge Wells Borough Council, Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council, Sevenoaks District Council, and Swale Borough Council. Tunbridge Wells is a historic spa town located in the heart of Kent, and is known for its Georgian architecture and beautiful gardens. Tonbridge and Malling is a market town located in the Medway Valley, and is home to a number of historic buildings and attractions. Sevenoaks is a market town located in the North Downs, and is known for its beautiful countryside and historic buildings. Swale is a borough located in the north of Kent, and is home to a number of popular attractions and activities.



Go to Maidstone council tax charges 2023/24.

Previous years:
Maidstone council tax charges 2022/23.
Maidstone council tax charges 2021/22.
Maidstone council tax charges 2020/21.
Maidstone council tax charges 2019/20.
Maidstone council tax charges 2018/19.
Maidstone council tax charges 2017/18.
Maidstone council tax charges 2016/17.
Maidstone council tax charges 2015/16.
Maidstone council tax charges 2014/15.
Maidstone council tax charges 2013/14.
Maidstone council tax charges 2012/13.
Maidstone council tax charges 2011/12.

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