Council tax

Council Tax is a contribution that you must make to help pay for local services. There is a bill for each home, whether it is owned or rented.

What is council tax?

Council Tax is a contribution that you must make to help pay for local services

Who pays the bill for a property depends on who is liable

Payment of your Council Tax should be made in accordance with the information printed on your bill

The Valuation Office advise the Council of the banding that relates to your home

Council Tax bills are sent every financial year and will show the amount due, less any discounts and benefit

Council Tax is a property tax with a personal element that contributes towards the financing of local government services

Council Tax is a daily charge, so it is important that you notify us of any changes, giving exact dates

You may be able to claim a discount, which is not dependant upon you being on a low income