Find Out If You Qualify for
Council Tax Reduction
Get a personalised answer in under 2 minutes. Discover exactly how much you could save on your council tax bill with our free eligibility calculator.
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How the Council Tax Reduction
Checker Works
Get your Council Tax Reduction eligibility result in just 3 simple steps. No complicated forms or lengthy processes.
Enter your postcode
We match you to the right council and their specific reduction rules and eligibility criteria.
Answer a few quick questions
About your income, benefits, and household situation. Takes less than 2 minutes to complete.
Get your result
See if you're eligible and exactly how much you could save on your council tax bill each year.
You Could Save £300 to £1,000 a Year
Council Tax Reduction can significantly reduce your annual bill. Here's what you need to know about potential savings.
Universal Credit & Pension Credit
Many people on Universal Credit or Pension Credit automatically qualify for significant reductions or complete exemptions.
Local Council Rules
Savings vary by council — we use your specific local rules to calculate exactly what you could save in your area.
Additional Support
You'll also see if you qualify for other help like the Warm Home Discount or Single Person Discount.
"I saved £642 in Birmingham – took 1 minute!"
"Family of 4 on Universal Credit - we got £780 off our council tax bill in Manchester!"
"I qualified for 100% Council Tax Reduction in Sheffield. I didn't even know I had to apply — this tool pointed me straight to the form."
"I got 100% off my Council Tax in Glasgow because of my disability and low income. The result page was clear and accurate."
"Working part-time in Leeds - I still qualified for £520 council tax reduction! Didn't know this existed."
"Single mum in Cardiff - got 75% off plus single person discount. Saved £890 this year!"
Check your eligibility in under 2 minutes - completely free.
Council Tax Reduction At a Glance
Compare application times, savings amounts, and eligibility requirements across different scenarios.
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Step-by-Step Application Process
Check Eligibility
Use our free calculator to see if you qualify. Takes 2 minutes and covers all UK councils.
Gather Documents
Collect income proof, benefit letters, and ID. Most applications need 3-5 documents.
Apply Direct
Submit to your local council online or by phone. Decision within 4-6 weeks, backdated to application.
Frequently Asked Questions
Get quick answers to the most common questions about Council Tax Reduction eligibility and applications.
Still have questions? Our comprehensive FAQ page has all the answers.
What Our Users Are Saying
"Saved £642 in Birmingham – took 1 minute! The council tax reduction calculator was incredibly easy to use and gave me instant results."
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"Brilliant service - helped me get single person discount plus council tax reduction. Saving over £800 per year in Leeds!"
"Great tool for checking eligibility. Applied through my council and got approved within 3 weeks. Very helpful guidance."
"Single mum in Cardiff - got 75% off plus single person discount. Saved £890 this year! Life-changing for my family."
"Pensioner in Glasgow - this calculator showed me I qualified for full council tax reduction. Amazing free service!"
Last updated: 11 July 2025 • Reviewed by Council Tax Experts • All rates current for 2024/25