Apply for a single person Council Tax discount

A full Council Tax bill is based on at least 2 adults living in a property.  

You could get a 25% discount if you're the only person over 18 living there and it's your sole or main home.

Who can apply

You can apply if you live alone or if you live with other adults who are not counted for Council Tax. This means they're 'disregarded.'

Check who’s disregarded for Council Tax.

Apply 

You’ll need to tell us your details and details of any adults that have moved out of your property.

If you cannot use the online form, contact us by phone or email.

Telephone: 020 8921 4147

Email: counciltax@royalgreenwich.gov.uk

What happens next

It can take up to 21 working days for us to process your application and decide if you're eligible.

We may ask you for more proof.

If you're eligible for the discount, we'll send you an updated bill.

You must tell us within 21 days about any change in your circumstances that may affect your entitlement to a discount or exemption. If you do not tell us, you could get a £70 fixed penalty.

If we decide you're not eligible, we'll tell you in writing. You can appeal our decision.