Council Tax support: Working age and/ or universal credit claimants

This new discount scheme for persons of working age came into effect from 1 April 2024.

Find out how this new scheme is calculated.

To apply you must:

  • be of working age (below state pension age)
  • be liable to pay Council Tax for your property
  • be living in the property as your main home
  • have less than £10,000 in savings.

before you start the application you will need your:

  • national insurance number
  • proof of ID

Apply for Council Tax support

Benefits

Address: Causeway House
Bocking End
Braintree
Essex
CM7 9HB

Telephone: 01376557852

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