Council Tax

What is Council Tax and how much is it

Find out about Council Tax, how much it is, and how the money is spent.

Manage your Council Tax online

You can check your balance, instalments, payments and view bills online 24 hours a day.

Paying your Council Tax

Find out who is responsible for paying Council Tax, if you're exempt from paying, the different ways you can pay your Council Tax bill and what happens if you do not pay.

Let us know if your circumstances change

Let us know if your circumstances change, including your income, where you live, who is living in your home and if someone has passed away.

Get money off your bill

Check if you're eligible for a discount or reduction on your Council Tax bill – for example, if you're a full-time student or a sole occupier.

Apply for a refund if you overpaid Council Tax

If your account is in credit as a result of overpaying your Council Tax in the previous year, you can apply for a refund.

Empty homes and second homes

Council tax is payable on properties that are empty, including second homes.

Landlord responsibilities

Find out about your responsibilities relating to council tax as a landlord. and how to view your payment schedules online.

Appeal a Council Tax decision

You can appeal against certain decisions, such as your liability, your Council Tax band, or your eligibility for an exemption or discount.