Council Tax Reduction
A cut in your council tax bill if you're on a low income. Pensioners on low incomes can get the whole bill covered.
Roughly worth: Up to your full council tax bill
First step: Apply to your council for Council Tax Reduction.
Who it is for
People on a low income or on benefits, whether you rent or own. Each council runs its own scheme, so how much you get depends on where you live.
How to get it
Apply to your council. It isn't automatic, even if you get Universal Credit.
Each council runs this differently. Find yours on the councils page.
Run by Your council. Last checked 13 October 2026.