Council tax

Council tax bands and rates

Find out how much council tax you will pay each year.

Paying your council tax

Ways to pay including setting up a Direct Debit for easier payment online.

What is council tax and how is it spent?

Find out about council tax and how the money is spent.

Manage your council tax online

Use My Account to manage your council tax, housing benefit or council tax support accounts in My Account. You can also access Housing Online where you can manage your rent account and bid for a home.

Moving home or change of circumstances

When and how to tell us about a move or change of household circumstance so we can send you an updated council tax bill.

Council tax discounts and exemptions

The different types of discounts and exemptions and how to apply for them.

Help with council tax

Help available if you are on a low income and struggling to pay your council tax bill

Council tax decision appeals

Querying your band rating, liability or discount decision.

Contact us about council tax

You can do lots online but if you need help you can contact us.

Take control of your council tax

Direct debit really is the smart way to pay your council tax. Set up a direct debit and payments are made automatically but you stay in control.

Find out more about paying by direct debit.

Cost-of-living support

Read our cost-of-living crisis section for details of help and support available to H&F residents.

Contact our specialist team today on 0800 917 6994 or email costoflivingteam@lbhf.gov.uk