You may qualify if you are:
- On Universal Credit, Income Support, Jobseeker's Allowance, Employment and Support Allowance
- On Pension Credit
- Working and on low pay (including people who are self employed)
- On a low income. For example, you might only get a retirement pension or getting social security benefits, like Personal Independence Payments
I am already receiving Council Tax support and my circumstances have changed.
You need to tell us straight away if you are receiving Council Tax support and you have a change in circumstances.
How much can I get?
Depending on the household income and savings:
- Pensioner households may be able to get a reduction of up to 100% of their bill
- Working age households may be able to get a reduction of up to 82.5% of their bill
- Council Tax support can be backdated for up to three months
- Please visit the gov.uk benefits calculator to get an estimate of any Council Tax support you may be eligible for