Kensington and Chelsea Council Tax Pay Online, MyRBKC Login, Bands & Charges
If you live in Kensington, Chelsea, Notting Hill, Earl’s Court, North Kensington, Holland Park, South Kensington or another area inside RBKC, this guide helps you understand your Council Tax before you take action. Check 2026/27 bands, pay online, use MyRBKC, set up Direct Debit, apply for discounts, claim Council Tax Reduction, report changes and find official contact details.
🔒 Official Kensington & Chelsea Council Tax Resources
Kensington and Chelsea Council Tax 2026 Guide: What to Check Before You Pay
Kensington and Chelsea Council Tax is charged on most homes in the Royal Borough and helps fund council services, adult social care and Greater London Authority services. Your bill depends on your property band, the 2026/27 total charge, your household situation, any discount or exemption, Council Tax Reduction, arrears, credits and in some cases garden square levies.
Many residents search for “Kensington and Chelsea Council Tax pay”, “RBKC Council Tax login”, “MyRBKC Council Tax”, “Kensington and Chelsea Council Tax bands” or “RBKC Council Tax contact number” because the official site has separate pages for payments, account access, discounts, changes and support. This guide brings the practical steps together first, so you only go to the official site when you are ready to complete the final action.
The best order is simple: check your band, compare the 2026/27 total, check if any garden square levy applies, see whether a discount or Council Tax Reduction applies, view your account through MyRBKC, then pay or contact the council if something is still wrong.
Check your bill basics
Confirm account reference, property address, band, instalment dates, discounts, reduction and whether a garden square levy appears.
Check band and charge
Use GOV.UK or VOA for the band, then compare with RBKC’s official 2026/27 charge table.
Reduce or pay correctly
Check Single Person Discount, disregarded people, students, disabled relief and Council Tax Reduction before paying the full amount.
Kensington and Chelsea Council Tax Pay Online, Direct Debit, BACS, In Person and Payment Dates
RBKC says Direct Debit is the easiest way to pay Council Tax, but you can also pay online, by BACS or in person. For Direct Debit, RBKC offers payment date choices of the 7th, 15th, 21st and 28th, with options such as yearly, twice yearly, quarterly or ten monthly instalments between April and January.
1Open the official RBKC Pay Online pageStart from rbkc.gov.uk before entering card or bank details.▾
Use RBKC’s official Pay Online page or Council Tax payment page. Do not enter payment details through random ads, emails, text messages or unofficial sites.
Official page: Pay online
Council Tax payment guide: Pay your Council Tax
2Find your Council Tax account referenceThis connects the payment to the right account.▾
RBKC says you need your Council Tax account reference to pay online. You can find it on your bill. Use it exactly as shown, especially if you use BACS or online banking.
3Set up Direct Debit through MyRBKCBest for regular instalments.▾
RBKC says Direct Debit is the easiest way to pay. You can set it up through MyRBKC, or by calling 020 7368 8906 for Direct Debit support.
Prepare your Council Tax account number, bank account number, sort code and preferred payment date before starting.
4Save payment proofUseful if your payment does not show quickly.▾
Keep the card confirmation, bank reference, receipt or Direct Debit confirmation until your payment appears on your MyRBKC Council Tax information page.
| Payment Method | Best For | What You Need | Practical Tip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Direct Debit | Regular instalments | Account reference and bank details | Choose a date that matches your income. |
| Online payment | One-off payments | Council Tax account reference | Start from rbkc.gov.uk/pay-online. |
| BACS | Bank transfers | Official bank details and correct reference | Use the Council Tax reference as payment reference. |
| In person | Offline payment support | Bill and account details | Keep your receipt. |
Kensington and Chelsea Council Tax Login, MyRBKC Account, Balance, Bills and Paperless Billing
If you pay Council Tax to RBKC, you can use MyRBKC to view your balance, check your next payment due, view latest bills, set up Direct Debit or make changes to your payment method and report changes online.
Use it before calling
Check balance, next payment due and latest bills online first. It may answer your query faster than calling.
Use it before paying twice
If a payment is processing, your account page may help you avoid making a second manual payment by mistake.
1Open RBKC Council Tax information pageThis is the official login/account route.▾
Use RBKC’s official “View your Council Tax information” page. You will need to register or log in and have your Council Tax account number ready.
Official account page: View your Council Tax information
2Use MyRBKC for wider council servicesOne account can manage several local services.▾
The MyRBKC account can be used to manage services including Council Tax, benefits, waste collections and reporting local issues.
MyRBKC page: MyRBKC account
3Sign up for paperless billing if you prefer email billsHelpful if postal bills are missed.▾
RBKC has an official paperless billing route. If your email changes, update it and quote your Council Tax account reference so bills keep reaching you.
Paperless billing: Sign up for paperless billing
Kensington and Chelsea Council Tax Bands A to H, VOA Band Checker and 1991 Property Value
Council Tax bands are set by the Valuation Office Agency, not by RBKC. Bands are based on the market value of the property in 1991 and run from A to H. The band shown on your bill can also be checked online through the official band checker.
1Check your band through GOV.UKSearch by postcode or address.▾
Use GOV.UK’s official Council Tax band checker to confirm your band before comparing the annual amount.
Official band checker: Check your Council Tax band
2Compare with RBKC 2026/27 chargesUse the current-year table.▾
After confirming your band, use RBKC’s official 2026/27 table. The total includes the Kensington and Chelsea element and the Greater London Authority element.
Official charges: Council Tax for 2026 to 2027
Kensington and Chelsea Council Tax Charges 2026/27 by Band, RBKC Share, GLA Share and Total
RBKC’s official 2026/27 table shows the Kensington and Chelsea element, Greater London Authority element and total Council Tax by band. Some properties may also have garden square levies, so your bill can be higher than the standard table.
| Band | RBKC | GLA | Total Council Tax 2026/27 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Band A | £755.29 | £340.34 | £1,095.63 |
| Band B | £881.17 | £397.06 | £1,278.23 |
| Band C | £1,007.05 | £453.79 | £1,460.84 |
| Band D | £1,132.93 | £510.51 | £1,643.44 |
| Band E | £1,384.69 | £623.96 | £2,008.65 |
| Band F | £1,636.45 | £737.40 | £2,373.85 |
| Band G | £1,888.22 | £850.85 | £2,739.07 |
| Band H | £2,265.86 | £1,021.02 | £3,286.88 |
Garden square levies
RBKC collects garden square levies for some properties. If your bill includes one, check the official garden square levy table.
Second homes and premiums
RBKC’s 2026/27 budget includes a 100% premium on second homes. Empty or second-home status can make the bill higher.
Garden square levies: Garden square levies for 2026 to 2027
Kensington and Chelsea Council Tax Discounts, Single Person Discount, Students, Disabled Relief and Disregarded People
Before paying the full amount, check whether your household qualifies for a discount, exemption or disabled relief. RBKC explains that if only one person counts for Council Tax, the bill may be reduced by 25%; if all residents are disregarded, a 50% discount may apply.
Single Person Discount
If you are the only person over 18 living in your property, you may be entitled to Single Person Discount.
Students and disregarded people
Student-only households and people living with students have special rules, but evidence may be required.
Disabled Relief Scheme
If your home has adaptations or facilities for a disabled resident, RBKC may need to inspect before relief is granted.
1Start with the official discounts hubChoose the correct discount before applying.▾
Use RBKC’s discounts, reductions and exemptions hub to find the right route before applying.
Official hub: Discounts, reductions and exemptions
2Apply for or cancel Single Person DiscountOnly apply if you are the only adult resident.▾
Use the official Single Person Discount page if you are the only person over 18 living in the property, or if you need to cancel the discount because your household changed.
Single Person Discount: Apply for or cancel a Single Person Discount
3Student households must check liability carefullyOwner, tenancy holder and non-student adults matter.▾
RBKC says if the student is the sole owner or tenancy holder, they remain liable for the bill but may get a discount of up to 25% off the full charge. If two or more adults are not students, no exemption applies, though another reduction may be available.
Student guidance: Student only households and people who live with students
Kensington and Chelsea Council Tax Reduction, Low Income Help, Savings Rules and Claim Form
RBKC’s Council Tax Reduction scheme supports residents on low income with Council Tax bills. Your income, savings and personal circumstances affect how much reduction you can claim. From 2026, RBKC also changed the support scheme, so residents who previously received full support may now still have something to pay.
Who should check reduction
Check if you are on a low income, receiving Universal Credit, pension age, disabled, unemployed, or your income recently dropped.
What to prepare
National Insurance number, income proof, savings details, benefit details, household details, rent details and Council Tax account reference.
1Read the Council Tax Reduction scheme pageUnderstand whether support may apply.▾
Use RBKC’s official Council Tax Reduction scheme page to understand the local scheme and how your income, savings and circumstances affect your award.
Scheme page: Council Tax Reduction scheme
2Apply online if you need help with the billDo not wait until arrears increase.▾
RBKC says the quickest way to claim is through the Apply for Council Tax Reduction page. You can also telephone 020 7361 3006 to ask for a claim form.
Apply page: Apply for Council Tax Reduction
3Send clear evidenceUnclear evidence can delay your claim.▾
Make sure payslips, Universal Credit statements, savings evidence, identity information and household details are readable and match the correct name and address.
Kensington and Chelsea Budget Council 2026 Video Context
This official Kensington and Chelsea Council meeting video is included for residents who want wider context around the 2026/27 budget and Council Tax decisions. It is not a payment tutorial; use the official RBKC links for personal payment, account and claim actions.
Note: Watch this only for background context. For your own bill, payment, MyRBKC account, discount, reduction or change of address, use the official RBKC pages linked in this guide.
Kensington and Chelsea Council Tax Tips Most Residents Learn Too Late
These checks can help you avoid wrong payments, missed discounts, delayed support claims, garden square confusion and extra arrears pressure.
Check garden square levies
Some properties pay an additional garden square levy. If your bill is higher than the standard table, this may be one reason.
Use MyRBKC before calling
View balance, bills, next payment date and account changes online before waiting on the phone.
Set Direct Debit on the right date
RBKC offers dates such as 7, 15, 21 and 28. Pick a date that follows your income date.
Do not ignore 2026/27 bill timing
RBKC said 2026/27 bills were issued later than usual, with instalments starting in June, so check the schedule carefully.
Claim reduction early
Income, savings and circumstances affect the award. Early claims are easier than waiting for arrears.
Keep evidence ready
Discounts, disabled relief and Council Tax Reduction may need evidence, so keep documents clear and complete.
Kensington and Chelsea Council Tax Change of Address, Household Change and Name Change
Tell RBKC when you move, when your household changes or when your name changes. This keeps your Council Tax bill accurate and helps avoid wrong discounts, missed final bills or overpayments.
| Situation | What to Prepare | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Moving into the borough | New address, move-in date, occupiers and tenancy/ownership details. | Starts the correct Council Tax account. |
| Moving within or out | Old address, new address, moving date and forwarding address. | Closes or updates the account correctly. |
| Household change | Who moved in/out and the date. | Can affect Single Person Discount or exemptions. |
| Name change | Correct name and account details. | Keeps bills and account records correct. |
Official change page: Tell us about any changes
Kensington and Chelsea Council Tax Arrears, Unpaid Bills, Repayment Plan and Support
If you cannot pay your RBKC Council Tax bill, act early. RBKC says residents needing help with a bill or a repayment plan can speak with the Council Tax team. You may also be able to get help from local advice partners.
1Check the latest balance firstKnow whether the issue is payment, bill date, discount or reduction.▾
Log in to MyRBKC and check your balance, latest bills and next payment due before contacting the Council Tax team.
2Contact RBKC before arrears growUse official phone or email.▾
Call 020 7361 3005 or email counciltax@rbkc.gov.uk if you need help with your bill or a repayment plan.
Unpaid Council Tax hub: Unpaid Council Tax
Kensington and Chelsea Council Tax Contact Number, Email, Postal Address and Visit Details
Use official RBKC contact routes for account-specific Council Tax queries. Keep your Council Tax account reference, property address, payment date, bill amount and the reason for contacting ready.
| Contact / Resource | Best For | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Council Tax phone | Bill, balance, arrears, discount and account queries. | 020 7361 3005 Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm |
| Council Tax email | Written Council Tax queries. | counciltax@rbkc.gov.uk |
| Direct Debit phone | Direct Debit setup help. | 020 7368 8906 |
| Council Tax Reduction form request | Requesting a claim form. | 020 7361 3006 |
| Postal address | Written Council Tax correspondence. | The Council Tax Department, Town Hall, Hornton Street, London W8 7WT |
| Visit | In-person council visit where needed. | The Town Hall, Hornton Street, London W8 7NX |
Kensington and Chelsea Council Tax FAQs
Quick answers for residents searching Kensington and Chelsea Council Tax pay, login, MyRBKC account, bands, charges, Single Person Discount, Council Tax Reduction, moving home and contact help.
How do I pay Kensington and Chelsea Council Tax online?▾
Use RBKC’s official Pay Online page. You need your Council Tax account reference from your bill before making a payment.
How do I log in to view my RBKC Council Tax account?▾
Use RBKC’s “View your Council Tax information” page through MyRBKC. You can view balance, next payment due, latest bills, Direct Debit options and report changes.
What are Kensington and Chelsea Council Tax charges for 2026/27?▾
RBKC lists 2026/27 total Council Tax of Band A £1,095.63, Band B £1,278.23, Band C £1,460.84, Band D £1,643.44, Band E £2,008.65, Band F £2,373.85, Band G £2,739.07 and Band H £3,286.88.
Why is my RBKC bill higher than the standard band table?▾
Your bill may include a garden square levy, arrears, a second-home premium, an empty property charge, court costs, a corrected liability period or a previous balance.
Can I get Single Person Discount?▾
You may qualify if you are the only person over 18 living in your property. Use RBKC’s official Single Person Discount page to apply or cancel.
Can I apply for Council Tax Reduction?▾
Yes. RBKC says Council Tax Reduction helps people on low income with Council Tax bills. Income, savings and personal circumstances affect the amount.
What is the RBKC Council Tax phone number?▾
The official Council Tax phone number is 020 7361 3005, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, except bank holidays.
What is the RBKC Council Tax email address?▾
The official Council Tax email address is counciltax@rbkc.gov.uk.
How do I report moving home or household changes?▾
Use RBKC’s official “Tell us about any changes” page or your MyRBKC account to report moving, household changes or name changes.
Is UKCouncilTax.org the official RBKC website?▾
No. UKCouncilTax.org is an independent guide. Always use official RBKC and GOV.UK pages for payments, applications, account updates and legal decisions.