A full council tax bill is based on at least 2 adults living in a home. Spouses and partners who live together are jointly responsible for the bill.
Some people are disregarded for Council Tax purposes. If this applies to you, you may qualify for a Council Tax discount for disregarded adults.
People disregarded for Council Tax
People who are disregarded for Council Tax purposes include:
- children under 18
- children over 18 still eligible for child benefit
- 18 and 19-year-olds in full-time education
- student midwives and student health visitors
- full-time college and university students
- foreign language assistants registered with the British Council
- persons with serious dementia, learning difficulties, brain injury etc.
- live-in carers who look after someone who isn't their partner, spouse, or child
- diplomats
How much discount will you get
The discount depends on who, in your home, is disregarded.
You'll get:
- 25% discount if everyone is disregarded, excluding you
- 50% discount if everyone is disregarded, including you
How to apply
Use our online form if you believe the disregarded adult discount applies to you.
You'll need your Council Tax account number to complete this form. Find this at the top-right of your Council Tax bill, it is 9-digits long and starts with a 6.
Apply for a Council Tax discount for disregarded adults
