Council tax is a local property tax. Council tax applies to all residential properties such as houses, bungalows, flats, maisonettes, houseboats and mobile homes, regardless of whether they are rented or owned.

Council tax support scheme consultation

Each year we have to decide whether to make changes to the administration of our council tax support scheme for working age applicants in the borough. This year we are consulting on a proposed scheme from 1 April 2026 that will ensure that our most vulnerable residents continue to receive the vital support they need.

We want to hear the views of local residents on the proposals for the 2026-27 scheme

Council tax support scheme 2026-27 online consultation

Consultation closes 8 October

Empty property discounts and premium charges

Find out about:

  • unoccupied and unfurnished property discounts
  • premium charges for second homes and properties that have been unoccupied and unfurnished for over a year

Information on empty properties

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Council tax FAQs

Frequently asked questions about council tax

Your guide to council tax

Further information to accompany your council tax bill. Find out more about council tax and where your money goes

Other information

Contact the council tax team

Additional information