Council tax

Council tax and council servicesMost dwellings are subject to council tax, a tax which helps to pay for the cost of local services. There is one bill per dwelling, whether it is a house, bungalow, flat, maisonette, mobile home or houseboat, and whether it is owned or rented. Every dwelling is allocated a valuation band (letter from A to H). Each band pays a different amount of council tax each year (A the lowest, to H the highest). Some dwellings are exempt from council tax and some people will be eligible for discounts. You can appeal to us if you think you are not liable to pay the tax, or (in certain limited circumstances) to the local Valuation Officer against your banding.
You can check your current council tax balance and pay your council tax securely online. Direct debit council tax payment instructions can also be completed online. View the council tax direct debit page for further information and a link to the direct debit online form.
Download the form below to tell us of any changes of address etc which will affect your Council Tax liability.
You should also use this form if you are moving into the area. Alternatively, you can use the Council Tax Enquiry Electronic Form.

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Contact Information

For more information please contact Council Tax.

Telephone Number 01900 702530

last updated Thursday, April 24, 2008