How to claim council tax support

Council tax support, also known as a Council Tax Reduction, is when you get a discount on your council tax bill because you have a low income or receive certain benefits. 

Depending on your circumstances, you could qualify for a discount of up to 100% on your council tax bill. 

The best way to find out if you can claim council tax support is through GOV.uk’s eligibility checker, which will refer you to the relevant page on your local council’s website. 

Council Tax discount information

Whether or not you qualify depends on things like where you live, your household income including savings, whether or not you have children and how many other adults live with you. 

Other council tax discounts

If you live alone, you’re entitled to a 25% discount. You might qualify for other exemptions.