Council Tax reduction

Find out whether you may be entitled to support if you or your partner are on a low income.

How to apply

If you think you may be entitled to a reduction in your Council Tax, you need to complete an application form.

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The application is in two parts. The first is a calculator which can give you an idea of what you may be entitled to; the second part allows you to make a claim.

Find out more about Council Tax reductions in the Council Tax Levy 2024-25 document below.

Supporting documents

Provide your supporting documents online or using the self-service stations in our libraries.

Please do not send valuable items in the post.

If you would like to know how much council tax you should pay while you are waiting for us to assess your claim, then you can use our benefits calculator or contact us on 0151 443 4042 to work out a trial calculation.

It does not guarantee the exact amount but it will give you an idea until your claim is processed.

If you are elderly or have mobility problems, we can arrange to visit you in your own home. Please get in touch with us on 0151 443 4042 to arrange a visit.

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