Council Tax and Business Rates

How are Councils funded? Council Tax is only one of the ways that council services are paid for.

Council Tax

What does Council Tax pay for? Find out what your money is spent on.

How much is my Council Tax?

How is Council Tax calculated? The amount of Council Tax you pay depends on the value of the house you live in. There are various reductions, benefits and exemptions.

How is Council Tax collected? Council Tax is collected by your District Council. There are various ways to pay.

Business Rates

Business Rates are similar to Council Tax, but they are paid on commercial property, such as factories, offices and shops.