A council in south London has declared its intention to impose the lowest council tax in the capital.
To regain its title as the least expensive council in London, Wandsworth said that it would freeze the majority of its council tax, with the exception of the amount spent on social care.
In contrast, Kingston, which borders Wandsworth in Roehampton Vale, is anticipated to impose the highest taxes once again.After decades as a Tory flagship borough, Wandsworth was taken over by Labour in the 2022 local elections. The borough stated that its council tax demand was perhaps the lowest in the nation.
But how often is council tax paid and do you stop paying it after a certain age?
How often do you pay council tax?
Typically, your council tax bill is divided into ten instalments from April to January. You can ask to switch to 12 monthly instalments by getting in touch with your local council.
Council tax payments are typically made online.In addition, you can use Paypoint, Payzone or Quickcards to make cash payments at convenience stores, post offices, banks, and newsagents.To find out what additional payment options are available to you, check your bill.
England and Scotland have eight Council Tax bands – ranging from A (the cheapest) to H.
Your home’s Council Tax band is based on its rateable value – the more expensive the property, the higher the Council Tax band.
Are there certain months you don’t pay council tax?
If you pay in 10 instalments, you won't pay any in February and March.
You might be able to get a reduction on council tax if you are on certain benefits such as Jobseekers Allowance.
You might also be able to get a reduction on your Council Tax if you're:
- On a low income.
- A student or you live with students.
- In prison – unless you’re serving a prison sentence for failing to pay Council Tax.
- Live alone or are the only adult in your home.
- A care leaver in Scotland, where you’ll be exempt from Council Tax between the ages of 18 until you turn 26.
- Severely mentally impaired or living with someone who is.
- Live in certain counties in England and Wales and are a care leaver.
- A member of the armed forces, depending on your circumstances.
- Moved into a care home or hospital.
Do you stop paying council tax at a certain age?
Unfortunately, there is no reduction or exemption from council tax for people over a certain age.
Usually, if you're 18 years of age or older, you have to pay council tax.A household with two or more adults is required to pay the entire council tax amount. When living together, spouses and partners split the cost of the bill.
