Harrow Council Tax Bands, Charges, Pay Online, MyHarrow & Help Guide
A practical Harrow Council Tax guide for residents who need to check 2026/27 bands and charges, pay online, use MyHarrow, set up Direct Debit, apply for discounts, claim Council Tax Support, handle reminders or contact the right team.
🔒 Official Harrow Council Tax Resources
Harrow Council Tax Guide for Bands, Charges, Pay Online and Help
Harrow Council Tax helps fund council services and includes the Greater London Authority charge, the Adult Social Care precept and other agency charges. Your final bill depends on your property band, discounts, exemptions, Council Tax Support, credits, arrears, payment plan and household changes.
Most Harrow residents search for Council Tax help because they need to pay online, find the 2026/27 charge, use MyHarrow, check a payment, set up Direct Debit, apply for Single Person Discount, claim Council Tax Support or deal with a reminder notice.
This guide explains the official routes in simple English. It is not Harrow Council and cannot access your account. For payments, applications, account updates, discounts, support, evidence, reminders and legal decisions, always use Harrow Council or GOV.UK.
Manage online
MyHarrow lets residents view Council Tax bills, reminders, payments, instalment amounts, payment dates and account balance.
Check 2026/27 charges
Harrow’s Band D charge for 2026/27 is £2,511.07, with standard bands from A to H.
Get help if eligible
Check discounts, exemptions, Single Person Discount, Council Tax Support and hardship help before arrears grow.
Harrow Council Tax Online Account, MyHarrow Login, Bills, Reminders and Payment History
MyHarrow Account is Harrow Council’s secure online account. It lets you manage Council Tax and other council services with more flexibility.
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Open the official MyHarrow Account page
Start from harrow.gov.uk before signing in.
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Registering for a MyHarrow Account is free and Harrow says it takes only five minutes. After registering, link your Council Tax account to view Council Tax information online.
Official MyHarrow page: MyHarrow Account
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View bills, reminders and letters
Useful when you need proof or a copy.
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Harrow’s MyHarrow support says to open the Council Tax Summary screen, select “View my bills and reminders”, choose the time period, and then download correspondence.
If you are using a mobile device, you may need to scroll to the right to see the download link.
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Check payments, instalments and balance
Helpful before calling or disputing a reminder.
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Harrow says with a MyHarrow Account you can check and confirm if payments have been received, view instalment amounts and payment dates, and view your balance.
Payments usually appear on the next working day after they are received, but some payment methods may take longer.
What to keep ready
Your Council Tax reference number, address, postcode, email address, latest bill, payment details and any evidence for discounts or Council Tax Support.
Login safety tip
Do not enter your Council Tax details on unofficial “Harrow login” pages. Start from harrow.gov.uk or the official MyHarrow Account page.
Harrow Council Tax Pay Online, Direct Debit, Phone Payment and BACS Bank Transfer
Harrow provides several official ways to pay Council Tax. You can pay online by card, pay by telephone, set up Direct Debit, or pay by BACS bank transfer using the official reference and bank details.
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Pay online by debit or credit card
Use the official online payment route.
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To pay Harrow Council Tax online, you need your Council Tax account number and a debit or credit card. Harrow says online payments can be viewed in MyHarrow the next working day.
Official payment page: Pay your Council Tax
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Set up Direct Debit and choose a date
Payment dates are 1st, 15th or 25th.
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Harrow says you can only select or change the date you pay Council Tax when you pay by Direct Debit. Direct Debit payment dates are the 1st, 15th or 25th of each month.
Direct Debit can also help reduce monthly pressure because it provides the option to pay over 12 monthly instalments.
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Pay by automated telephone line
Keep account number and card ready.
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Call 020 8424 1220 to pay using Harrow’s automated payment line. You need your Council Tax account number and debit or credit card details.
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Pay by BACS using exact details
Incorrect transactions may result in loss of funds.
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For BACS, Harrow says the details must be entered exactly as shown. Use your Council Tax account number as the payment reference, sort code 60-10-10 and account number 61742473.
| Payment Method | Official Detail | Best Practical Tip |
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| Online card payment | Needs account number and debit/credit card. | Check MyHarrow next working day. |
| Direct Debit | Choose 1st, 15th or 25th. | Best for regular payment and 12-month spread. |
| Phone payment | 020 8424 1220 automated line. | Have account number and card ready. |
| BACS | Sort code 60-10-10, account 61742473. | Use Council Tax account number as reference. |
| Reference help | 7-digit account number on Council Tax letters. | Use MyHarrow or reference reminder if lost. |
Harrow Council Tax Bands and Charges 2026/27
Harrow Council Tax bands run from A to H. The 2026/27 charges include amounts applied by the Greater London Authority, the Adult Social Care precept and other agencies.
| Band | Property Value Range | 2026/27 Charge | 2025/26 Charge | Quick Meaning |
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| Band A | Up to £40,000 | £1,674.05 | £1,597.24 | Lowest standard band. |
| Band B | £40,001 to £52,000 | £1,953.05 | £1,863.45 | Below Band D. |
| Band C | £52,001 to £68,000 | £2,232.06 | £2,129.65 | Below standard Band D. |
| Band D | £68,001 to £88,000 | £2,511.07 | £2,395.86 | Standard comparison band. |
| Band E | £88,001 to £120,000 | £3,069.09 | £2,928.27 | Above Band D. |
| Band F | £120,001 to £160,000 | £3,627.10 | £3,460.69 | Higher band property. |
| Band G | £160,001 to £320,000 | £4,185.12 | £3,993.10 | Second highest band. |
| Band H | £320,000+ | £5,022.14 | £4,791.72 | Highest standard band. |
Why your bill may be different
Your actual bill can change because of Single Person Discount, exemptions, Council Tax Support, credits, arrears, changes after annual billing or moving dates.
Annual bill timing matters
Harrow says changes after 28 February 2026 may not show on the annual bill. A new bill will be sent after 1 April 2026 if liability changes.
Official Harrow bands page: Council Tax bands and charges
Official GOV.UK band checker: Check your Council Tax band
Harrow Council Tax Discounts, Exemptions, Single Person Discount and Appeals
Harrow says there are different discounts and exemptions available, but you must continue to pay your current bill until the decision for your application is confirmed.
Single Person Discount
If you are the only adult living in your property and it is your sole or main residence, you may qualify for a 25% Council Tax reduction.
Discounts and exemptions
Use Harrow’s official discount and exemption page to choose the correct route and avoid sending the wrong form.
Appeal carefully
If you disagree with a discount or exemption decision, Harrow says you should continue to pay while your appeal is outstanding.
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Open Harrow’s discount and exemption page
Choose the correct discount type before applying.
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Start from Harrow’s official Council Tax discounts and exemptions page. It lists available reductions and explains that you must keep paying your current bill until your application decision is confirmed.
Official discount page: Council Tax discounts and exemptions
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Apply for Single Person Discount if only one adult lives there
The property must be your sole or main residence.
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Harrow says if you are the only adult living in your property, you may qualify for a 25% Council Tax reduction. The property must be your sole or main residence.
Official Single Person Discount page: Single person discount
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Cancel discounts when circumstances change
Wrong discounts can create backdated bills.
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If you are no longer entitled to receive a discount or exemption, report it to Harrow. Keep your Council Tax reference number and the date the discount should end ready.
Harrow Council Tax Support, Low Income Help, Universal Credit and Hardship Fund
Harrow Council Tax Support is a reduction for Council Tax payers with a low income. You cannot get Council Tax Support if you have more than £16,000 in savings.
Who should check support
Check Council Tax Support if your income is low, benefits changed, Universal Credit changed, work hours dropped, household circumstances changed or you are struggling to pay instalments.
Universal Credit note
For some maximum Universal Credit households, Harrow says 50% of Council Tax may be paid by Council Tax Support after discounts and non-dependant deductions.
| Support Rule / Route | Harrow Guidance | Practical Meaning |
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| Low income support | Council Tax Support is a reduction for low income Council Tax payers. | Apply early if income has dropped. |
| Savings limit | You cannot get Council Tax Support if savings are more than £16,000. | Savings affect eligibility. |
| Maximum UC example | 50% may be paid after discounts and deductions. | Universal Credit does not automatically clear the full bill. |
| Disability benefit example | Some qualifying disability benefit households may get 86% paid after discounts and deductions. | Disability circumstances can affect the award. |
| Account management | Use MyHarrow to manage claims and Council Tax account. | Check letters, decisions and payments online. |
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Open the official Council Tax Support page
Check help before arrears grow.
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Use Harrow’s official Council Tax Support page to check the rules and apply. Council Tax Support can reduce the amount charged if your income and circumstances qualify.
Official support page: Apply for Council Tax Support
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Use MyHarrow to check your claim and letters
Good after applying or uploading evidence.
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Harrow says the quickest and easiest way to check and manage your claim and Council Tax account is on MyHarrow. You need to add your claim and Council Tax account to MyHarrow first.
You can then view information on your claim, including correspondence and payments.
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Check hardship if normal support is not enough
Useful for exceptional financial hardship.
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Harrow has a Council Tax hardship fund page for residents experiencing exceptional financial hardship. This is separate from ordinary statutory discounts, exemptions and Council Tax Support.
Official hardship page: Council Tax hardship fund
Harrow Council Tax Tips Most Residents Learn Too Late
These practical checks can help avoid wrong references, delayed payments, missing bills, discount delays, reminder notices and avoidable arrears.
Use the correct Council Tax reference
Harrow says the Council Tax reference is usually a 7-digit number found on Council Tax letters or in MyHarrow after linking the account.
Check MyHarrow after online payment
Harrow says online Council Tax payments can be viewed in MyHarrow the next working day after payment is received.
Direct Debit gives date choice
You can choose the 1st, 15th or 25th only when paying by Direct Debit, and it can help spread payments over 12 months.
Applications can take time
Harrow support pages say application decisions can take up to 50 days in some cases. Keep paying the latest bill while waiting.
Do not rely on utility bills as residency evidence
Harrow’s appeal guidance says utility bills are generally not taken as evidence of residency for discount/exemption appeals.
Two reminders can remove instalment rights
Harrow says it sends a maximum of two reminders before you lose the right to pay by instalments.
Harrow Council Tax Moving Home, Name Change, Correspondence Address and Evidence Upload
If you move into Harrow, move within Harrow, leave the borough or your household details change, tell Harrow Council quickly. Council Tax liability depends on exact dates, occupation, tenancy, ownership and who is responsible for the property.
| Situation | What to Tell Harrow | Why It Matters |
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| Moving into Harrow | New address, move-in date, occupiers and tenancy or ownership details. | Starts the correct Council Tax account. |
| Moving within Harrow | Old and new address with exact dates. | Closes one account and opens another. |
| Leaving Harrow | Leaving date, forwarding address and liability end details. | Helps stop bills after you leave. |
| Correspondence address changed | Your Council Tax reference and new contact address. | Helps bills and letters reach the right place. |
| Replying to a Council Tax letter | Upload a saved reply or evidence file with your reference number. | Harrow’s upload form does not allow extra text unless saved in a file. |
Official Council Tax hub: Harrow Council Tax
Official evidence upload: Council Tax evidence upload form
Harrow Council Tax Reminder Notice, Final Notice, Summons and Help if You Cannot Pay
Council Tax reminders should be handled quickly. Harrow says if you receive a reminder or second reminder, you must pay the amount owed within 7 days of the date shown on the notice and make future payments on time.
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Check MyHarrow first
Confirm what payment is missing.
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Use the Council Tax Summary screen in MyHarrow. You can view correspondence, check the Payment tab and see which instalments are missing or late.
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Pay the reminder amount within 7 days
Use online or phone payment.
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Harrow says you must pay the amount owed on the reminder or second reminder within 7 days of the notice date. To pay by phone, call 020 8424 1220 with your Council Tax reference number.
Official reminder page: Reminder notice – Council Tax
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Dispute only with evidence and keep paying
A decision can take time.
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Before sending a dispute, Harrow says to have your dispute letter, supporting evidence and Council Tax reference ready. You must make outstanding payments while waiting for a decision, and a decision can take up to 50 days.
Harrow Council Tax Contact Number, Payment Line, MyHarrow Help and Resident Contact Centre
Use the correct Harrow route depending on what you need. Keep your Council Tax reference number, full name, address, payment date, bill amount and reason for contact ready before calling or using an online form.
| Contact / Resource | Best For | Details |
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| Council Tax, Business Rates and Housing Benefits | Account enquiries and support. | 020 8901 2610 Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm |
| Automated payment line | Debit or credit card Council Tax payment. | 020 8424 1220 Have account number and card ready. |
| General enquiries | General council routing if online services cannot be used. | 020 8863 5611 Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm |
| MyHarrow Account | Bills, reminders, balance, payments and e-billing. | Sign in or register |
| Resident Contact Centre | Help accessing online services. | Civic Centre location and resident support details are listed on Harrow’s Contact us page. |
Harrow Council Tax FAQs
Quick answers for residents searching Harrow Council Tax bands, charges, pay online, MyHarrow, Direct Debit, phone number, Single Person Discount, Council Tax Support and reminder help.
How do I pay Harrow Council Tax online?▾
Use Harrow Council’s official Pay your Council Tax page and choose the online payment route. You need your Council Tax account number and a debit or credit card.
What is the Harrow Council Tax payment phone number?▾
Harrow lists 020 8424 1220 as the automated phone payment number. You need your Council Tax account number and debit or credit card details.
What is the Harrow Council Tax enquiries phone number?▾
Harrow lists 020 8901 2610 for Council Tax, Business Rates and Housing Benefits, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.
What are Harrow Council Tax bands for 2026/27?▾
Harrow’s 2026/27 charges are Band A £1,674.05, Band B £1,953.05, Band C £2,232.06, Band D £2,511.07, Band E £3,069.09, Band F £3,627.10, Band G £4,185.12 and Band H £5,022.14.
Can I view my Harrow Council Tax bill online?▾
Yes. Harrow says you can view and print your bills on MyHarrow. On the Council Tax Summary screen, select “View my bills and reminders”.
Where can I find my Harrow Council Tax reference number?▾
Harrow says your Council Tax reference number is a 7-digit number found on Council Tax letters. It is also accessible from MyHarrow if you have linked your Council Tax account online.
Can I pay Harrow Council Tax by Direct Debit?▾
Yes. When paying by Direct Debit, you can choose the 1st, 15th or 25th of each month. Direct Debit can also help spread payments over 12 monthly instalments.
How do I pay Harrow Council Tax by BACS?▾
Use your Council Tax account number as the payment reference, sort code 60-10-10 and account number 61742473. Harrow warns that incorrect transactions may result in a loss of funds.
Can I get Harrow Single Person Discount?▾
Yes. If you are the only adult living in your property and the property is your sole or main residence, you may qualify for a 25% Council Tax reduction.
Can I claim Harrow Council Tax Support?▾
Yes. Council Tax Support is a reduction for Council Tax payers with a low income. You cannot get Council Tax Support if you have more than £16,000 in savings.
What should I do if I get a Harrow Council Tax reminder?▾
Harrow says you must pay the amount owed on the reminder or second reminder within 7 days of the notice date and make future payments on time. You can also check MyHarrow to see what payment was missed.
Is UKCouncilTax.org the official Harrow Council website?▾
No. UKCouncilTax.org is an independent guide. Always use official Harrow Council and GOV.UK pages for payments, applications, account updates and legal decisions.