How it works
How BandCheck AI works
A simple, guided process to check your council tax band and build a strong appeal case in minutes. No jargon, no solicitors, no upfront cost.
Step 01
Enter your postcode
We validate your postcode and instantly pull up nearby comparable properties.
- We verify your postcode against official UK address records to make sure we're looking at the right area.
- Our system fetches publicly available council tax band data for nearby properties — typically within a 0.5–1km radius.
- We identify which council tax band each nearby property sits in, giving you an immediate picture of what similar homes around you are paying.
Step 02
Compare your band
See exactly how your band stacks up against similar nearby homes.
- We display a clear, structured table of nearby properties and their council tax bands side by side with yours.
- If any nearby homes of similar size and type sit in a lower band, that's a signal your property may be overassessed.
- We calculate a Case Strength Score — a simple indicator of how strong your appeal case looks based on the number and quality of comparable properties we find.
Step 03
Build your appeal
Answer a few questions and we generate a complete, structured appeal pack.
- Our guided appeal builder walks you through a short set of questions about your property — type, ownership, any extensions or changes.
- You select which evidence you have available: council tax bill, floor plan, photos, or extension history.
- We compile everything into a structured appeal document — including your property details, comparable properties, and grounds for appeal — ready for submission to the Valuation Office Agency (VOA).
Why this works
The council tax appeal process is well established. The VOA is legally required to review your band if you can demonstrate that comparable nearby properties are assessed lower. We make finding that evidence fast and straightforward.
Based on real property comparisons
The VOA's own guidance says you can appeal if similar nearby properties are in a lower band. We find those properties for you automatically.
Uses proximity and similarity
We only include properties that are geographically close and comparable in type — not random houses across the borough.
Designed for clarity
No legal jargon. No confusing forms. Every step is explained in plain English so you always know what you're doing and why.
No solicitor required
Council tax band appeals are a straightforward administrative process. You don't need legal representation — just the right information.
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