Council tax discounts

Working out whether you qualify for a discount

Whether your home counts for a discount depends on how many adults live there and if any of them come under our list of special circumstances (follow the links on the left).

• Personal discounts
• Exempt buildings (second and empty homes).
• Reductions for disabilities

How to claim

You can apply for a discount by printing off the relevant form from Discount forms, then complete and send it to the council offices.

If you disagree with the council's decision about a discount, you can contact us explaining what you object to and why. See Appeals.

If your bill indicates that a discount has been allowed, you must inform the council tax team of any change in circumstances that affects your entitlement. If you fail to do so, you may have to pay a penalty.