Hertsmere Borough Council
For specific information on this borough, or to contact individual departments please click here to visit their website.
Hertsmere Borough Council: http://www.hertsmere.gov.uk
In General:
The London boroughs are administrative centres responsible for collecting local taxes (Council Tax and Business Rates) and then spending the funds received on local services. They are run by Borough Councils who are elected by borough residents on a four year cycle. The totals that they spend will depend on the rates of tax that they levy plus funds allocated from central government and other sources.
While many of the services (schools, roads, planning, rubbish collection and social services) are standard, levels of provision will vary according to the overall political will as expressed by the voters.
Your tax liability (as a resident) will be based on the council tax band of your home. These bands are set by Valuation Officers and there is scope for appeal. The rate bands are then used to determine the amounts of tax levied. So, while the bands will remain largely constant the levels of tax can go up and, in theory, down.
You may claim discounts or exemptions based on your circumstances. For example, as the only adult in a property you can get a 25% reduction on your bill. Other reductions are available for qualifying second adults and Council Tax Benefit claimants.
There is more information available at the HM Customs & Excise website.
Hertsmere Borough Council Council Tax
| Year-Band | A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010/2011 | £965 | £1125 | £1286 | £1447 | £1768 | £2090 | £2411 | £2894 |
| 2009/2010 | £961 | £1121 | £1282 | £1442 | £1762 | £2083 | £2403 | £2884 |
| 2008/2009 | £929 | £1083 | £1238 | £1393 | £1703 | £2012 | £2322 | £2786 |
| 2007/2008 | £888 | £1037 | £1185 | £1333 | £1629 | £1925 | £2221 | £2665 |
| 2006/2007 | £846 | £988 | £1129 | £1270 | £1552 | £1834 | £2116 | £2539 |
Property News for Borough
St Mary's Church in Potters Bar receives new funding
People occupying flats to rent in Potters Bar have seen improvements to the town's St Mary's Church community venue, courtesy of local councillors.
Read Article ... Published on 21st December, 2011
Hertsmere community groups receive funding injections
People in flats to rent in Hertsmere will see benefits to their communities following a new commitment of funding for local groups.
Read Article ... Published on 28th November, 2011
Christmas safety advice offered to people in flats to rent in London
With Christmas fast approaching, people in flats to rent in London may be purchasing expensive gifts that they are keeping in their property until December 25th.
Read Article ... Published on 10th December, 2010
New planning rules 'could derail housing construction'
Property to rent in London may become a more attractive proposition to young first-time buyers after it was reported that new planning rules set to be announced by the government might not offer a boost to construction.
Read Article ... Published on 14th June, 2010
Government house building policy "absolutely critical"
Potential first-time buyers are being told that the lack of new homes being built in the UK is resulting in an overpriced housing market.
Read Article ... Published on 26th May, 2010
First-time buyers 'need more government help'
First-time buyers in the UK are in need of government help in their quest to purchase their first home, according to one property expert.
Read Article ... Published on 11th May, 2010
Hung parliament could affect house buyers
A potential hung parliament could bring problems for house buyers, according to a UK mortgage broker.
Read Article ... Published on 13th April, 2010
Young Londoners' drug use declining, report finds
Efforts to tackle drug use among young people in London are proving successful, new figures have confirmed.
Read Article ... Published on 13th March, 2009
Infrastructure boost for London boroughs
London councils are to be awarded £1.5 million by the government in order to help manage infrastructure, it has been revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 5th March, 2009
Developers 'conning' potential buyers
Developers are tricking people into buying property that is over-valued, it has been suggested.
Read Article ... Published on 18th February, 2009
