Almost every household has to pay Council Tax, whether you own or rent your home. The amount of Council Tax you pay depends on the valuation band into which your property has been allocated.
Pay your Council Tax by Direct Debit
This is the ideal way to pay Council Tax. It is automatic and takes the worry out of having to remember to pay each month.
A Direct Debit is very quick and easy to set up, free and secure. To set one up now, use this link:
Register to pay Council tax by direct debit
For details on other ways to pay your Council Tax, see: Check your balance.
Register for electronic billing
E-billing is the best way to get your Council Tax bill and greener.
Your bill will be sent to your email address instead of a paper bill being sent via the post.
To register, use this link:
Register for electronic billing
Check your Council Tax balance online
With your account, you can see your current Council Tax bill, balance and payments that have been made.
To register or login to your account, use this link:
Check your Council Tax balance
Council Tax discounts and exemptions
Information on ways you may be able to reduce your Council Tax.
To find out if you are eligible and/or to apply, see: Council Tax discounts and exemptions.
If you have problems paying your Council Tax
If you find that you cannot afford your payments, contact us right away: Council Tax service. We may be able to help by making a different payment arrangement.
For details the recovery process and what each stage means, see: what happens if I don't pay?
You can also contact us and we can offer advice to our residents about their debts. For more about this, see: debt advice.
Report a change
Make sure your Council Tax account details are correct and up-to-date.
Please tell us about these changes: