Council Tax Reduction Calculator
This calculator provides an estimate of how much council tax reduction you might be eligible for. The actual amount may vary based on your local council’s specific scheme.
Council Tax Reduction (sometimes called Council Tax Support) is a scheme designed to help people on low incomes pay their council tax bill. Each local council in England runs its own scheme, which means eligibility criteria and the amount of reduction can vary depending on where you live. Generally, the reduction can be up to 100% of your council tax bill, depending on your circumstances.
The amount of reduction you may receive depends on several factors, including your income, savings, who lives with you, and your council tax band. Pensioners may receive different levels of support compared to working-age people. If you’re on certain benefits like Universal Credit, Income Support, or Pension Credit, you may be eligible for a higher reduction.
How to Use the Council Tax Reduction Calculator
Step 1: Fill in your personal information by selecting your age group (working age or pension age) and household type (single, couple, family with children, or single parent). Enter the number of dependent children and any non-dependent adults living with you.
Step 2: Enter your property information by selecting your Council Tax Band and annual council tax bill. If you don’t know your exact bill, the calculator will suggest an amount based on the selected band.
Step 3: Provide your financial details including your total weekly income (from earnings, pensions, and benefits) and total savings. Check any applicable benefits you receive and indicate whether anyone in your household has a disability.
Step 4: Click the “Calculate Reduction” button to see your estimated council tax reduction. The results will show your annual and weekly council tax, the estimated reduction, and how much you would need to pay after the reduction.
Step 5: Review the explanation provided below the results to understand how your reduction was calculated. Remember that this is only an estimate, and you should contact your local council for a definitive assessment of your entitlement.