Council tax reduction helps people on low incomes to pay their council tax.
You may be eligible if you are claiming universal credit, ESA or if your income is below a certain level.
You can check your eligibility using the Benefits Calculator:
Apply for council tax reduction
You can apply for council tax reduction by completing the online My Account form ‘Apply for Housing Benefit and Council Tax Reduction’.
Please note: You are not entitled to withhold council tax payments while your claim is being assessed.
If you are awarded a council tax reduction, a breakdown will explain the calculation and your duty to notify the Council Tax team of any changes.
