Council Tax

Council Tax is a local taxation system in the UK used to fund local services like education, policing, waste collection, and street maintenance. It is levied on residential properties and based on their estimated value, categorizing homes into bands (A to H). Each band corresponds to a different tax rate. Households are usually exempt if they are occupied by certain groups, such as students or under-18s. Payments are typically made annually, and local councils determine the specific rates and exemptions. The tax is crucial for local government funding, impacting community services and infrastructure.