🏡 Paying Council Tax in Leeds – A Simple Guide
When you move to Leeds, you will need to pay Council Tax . This is money you pay to Leeds City Council to help pay for local services like:
- rubbish collection 🗑️
- schools 🏫
- street lighting 💡
💡 What is Council Tax?
✅ Council Tax is paid by people who rent or own a home.
✅ The amount you pay depends on:
- The area of Leeds you live in 🗺️
- The type of accommodation you live in (like a flat or house) 🏠
🔗 You can check how much you need to pay here: Leeds Council Tax Charges and Bands
📉 Can I Get a Discount?
You might not have to pay the full amount if:
- 🎓 You are a full-time student
- 🙋 You live on your own
- ♿ You or someone in your home has a disability
🔗 Find out if you can get a discount here: Who Can Get a Discount on Council Tax
📝 How to Pay Council Tax
You need to register with Leeds City Council to pay your bill.
📱 Call: 0300 456 0484
🌐 Or register and pay online: How to Pay Your Council Tax
💡 You can pay monthly or all in one go for the year. Many people choose monthly payments.
😟 What If I Can’t Pay?
📌Council Tax is a priority bill . That means it’s very important to pay it on time. If you’re finding it hard to pay, don’t worry — help is available.
📞 Call the Leeds City Council support line: 0113 222 4404
🕘 Open:
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 9am – 5pm
- Wednesday: 10am – 5pm
🔗 Visit: What to do if you can’t pay your Council Tax
🏢 Visit a Community Hub
You can also get face-to-face help at your nearest Leeds Community Hub. Staff can support you with payments, setting up your account, or checking if you can get a discount.
🔗 Find your local hub here: Leeds Community Hubs
