Council Tax

• Different ways of paying your Council Tax - Checking your balance, ways to pay and problems with paying.
• Changes in Circumstances - Have you moved house?  Has the number of people in your house changed or has it become vacant?
• Council Tax payable 2011/12 (PDF, 100KB). - Check the amounts payable for Council Tax from 1st April 2011.
• Discounts and Exemptions - Who qualifies and how to apply. 
• Report a Death - Information required and relevant Discount/Exemption to apply for.
• Benefits and financial help - If you're on a low income, or live with another adult who is on a low income you may be able to claim Council Tax benefit.
• Appealing against your bill - Appealing against your Council Tax bill - how and when to appeal, Valuation Tribunals and where to get more help.

What is Council Tax?

Council Tax is a locally set tax that is payable on all domestic properties. It is your contribution to the many services the Council provides such as schools, roads, and rubbish collection, as well as the Police, Fire Service and many other local services. Some properties will be exempt from Council Tax.

• About Council Tax - Council Tax bands, how much Council Tax you pay and who is responsible.