Council Tax Discount for Carers

Council tax is around £2,392 a year for the average home in England. Many households can cut this bill by 25% or more.

Unpaid carers in England, Wales, or Scotland may not know they can reduce their council tax bill. Some council websites had incorrect information.

The error is from a 2013 rule change that some councils did not update. It may have affected up to five million carers.

The average council tax bill in England is £2,392 a year.

Carers can get a discount if they live with the person they care for and provide at least 35 hours of care per week. The person being cared for must claim certain benefits.

The benefits include disability benefits.

The person being cared for cannot be the carer's spouse, partner, or child under 18.

The carer's income and savings do not affect eligibility. They do not need to claim Carer's Allowance.

If you meet the criteria, you will be 'disregarded' for council tax. If unsure, contact your local council.

Carers need to meet requirements to be eligible.

If everyone in a property is 'disregarded', the council tax bill is reduced by 50%. If only one person is not disregarded, a 25% discount applies.

Other people disregarded for council tax include those with certain conditions.

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