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Discounts and exemptions

  • Single person discount

    If you're the only person over 18 in your home, you may be entitled to claim a 25% reduction in your council tax bill.

  • People who aren't counted for council tax

    Including students, apprentices and carers.

  • Student exemptions and discounts

    As a full time student, you could pay less council tax, depending on who else is living with you.

  • Properties undergoing major works

    Details of discounts and charges on properties that are undergoing major works.

  • Council Tax Reduction scheme

    If you're on a low income, you may be able to get a Council Tax Reduction, which is a type of benefit.

  • Properties exempt from council tax

    Find out if you could get money off your council tax bill or if your property is exempt.

  • Discounts for people with disabilities

    Your council tax bill may be reduced if you live in a property where changes have been made to help a disabled resident.

  • Council tax discounts for severely mentally impaired people

    Find out if your council tax bill may be reduced if you or someone in your household has a severe mental impairment.

  • Apply for a Council Tax discount or exemption

    Find out if you're eligible for a council tax discount or exemption by completing an application.

  • Discretionary relief for care leavers

    Find out if young people leaving care are eligible for council tax relief and how they can apply.

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