Council tax
Whether you live in a one bedroom flat or a
detached villa, you will very probably have to pay council tax.
Council tax is a charge applied by local
authorities to pay for the services they provide, such as
education, cleansing and policing. It is based on the relative
value of your property, compared to others in the area.
There are eight separate valuation bands. Your
property will have been allocated to one of these bands by an
assessor.
Properties where all of the occupants are
students or are under 18 years of age are exempt from paying
council tax. Residents who receive income support or are on a low
income may qualify for a discount. If you are the sole occupant,
then your bill will be reduced by 25%. If the property is not
your main dwelling, then you will receive a 10% discount.
Sometimes your council tax will be included in
your rent. Check this with your landlord before renting a
room in a house
