Council Tax Support and how to claim

If you're a low income household you may be able to get a reduction on your Council Tax.

The amount of Council Tax Support you get will be based on:

  • your family circumstances
  • the money and earnings you have coming in
  • any savings you have. If your capital exceeds £8000, you will not qualify. If you are of Pension age you will not qualify if your capital exceeds £16,000.
  • the amount of Universal Credit you receive

You can find out how much Council Tax Support you may be entitled to by using the GOV.UK online calculator.

Find more information:

Apply for Council Tax Support


Second Adult Rebate

If you're of pension age you can apply for a Second Adult Rebate, of up to a maximum of 25%, if a second adult living in your property is on a low income.

You may be able to get a reduction if:

  • you're of pension age and
  • other adults on a low income live with you

Apply for a Second Adult Rebate