Choose when to pay your Council Tax

Payment options

You can choose how often you pay your Council Tax:

  • Once a year for the year ahead, in April;
  • Twice a year, in April and October;
  • 10 monthly payments, usually from April to January on the 1st of each month;
  • If you pay by direct debit, you can choose to pay on the 1st, 8th, 15th or 22nd of the month;
  • You can arrange to pay over 12 months, from April to March on the 1st of each month - to set this up click on the 'Contact Us' button below.

Find out more about how to pay your Council Tax.

If you have trouble paying

If you have difficulty making a payment, it’s important to contact us as soon as possible. Please don’t wait for a reminder to arrive. If you reach out early, before recovery proceedings start, we can assess your situation and may be able to agree on a different payment arrangement.

To request 12 monthly instalments, click the button below. Please note the button will open in a new window.

Contact Us