Council Tax Benefit

Council tax benefit is a state benefit to help you pay your council tax. Depending on your income and household circumstances, you can get a reduction of up to 100% on you council tax bill.

You may also get second adult rebate which means if you share your home with another adult (not your partner or civil partner) who's unable to pay towards the council tax.

Find out more about Council Tax Benefit in our Frequently Asked Questions section.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Who is eligible for council tax benefit?
• What is second adult rebate?
• How can I apply for council tax benefit?
• How can I find out how much council tax benefit I might be entitled to?
• How long will it take to work out if I am entitled to council tax benefit?
• How will I be notified about the outcome of my claim?
• What if I am not happy about the way my benefit has been calculated or if I want further information about the calculation?
• When will my council tax benefit start?
• How is council tax benefit paid?
• If I am entitled to council tax benefit will it affect any other benefits I receive?
• Can my claim for council tax benefit be backdated to an earlier date?
• I have been awarded council tax benefit but I am still experiencing difficulties in meeting the payments on my council tax bill
• I pay child care costs, will this be taken into consideration when calculating my entitlement?