Quick answer: You may pay less if you live alone, belong to an exempt group or have a low income. Ask your council.
There are several ways to reduce council tax. It is worth checking each one.
Key points
- A single person discount of 25% is available if you are the only adult in the home.
- Some groups are exempt or disregarded, such as full-time students in some cases and some care leavers, depending on the council.
- Council Tax Reduction helps people on low incomes.
- Apply or ask your council. Discounts are not always applied automatically.
- If you have arrears, contact the council to agree a payment plan.
A tip
Keep letters about council tax. They show your account and any discount.
About the video
The video at the top of this page is by Warwick LinC on YouTube. We picked it because its title is "Let's Talk About Council Tax: Discounts, Exemptions and Council Tax Support". We did not make it, and rules and amounts change, so use the official links at the bottom of this page to check the details for your situation.
Sources and official help
This guide is general information, not legal or benefits advice. Rules and amounts change, so check the official links above or speak to Citizens Advice or your council before you make a decision.