Council Tax

Information about council tax, what it is, how to pay it, and what council tax band your property is in.

To allow our staff to deal with a backlog of correspondence, we will only be taking calls between the following times: Monday ( 10am to 4pm) Tuesday (10am to 4pm) Wednesday (1pm until 4pm) Thursday (10am to 4pm) Friday (10am to 4pm)

Smart Assistant - Did you know that we now have a smart assistant facility for Council Tax, Benefits and Business Rates. You can get an immediate response to most frequently asked questions, 24/7, by pressing the chatbot in the bottom right hand corner of your device.

About your council tax 2024/25

View our at-a-glance leaflet to your council tax bill

Pay your council tax

Set up a direct debit online

Report a change of address

If you are moving into, out of, or within the Lancaster district

Council tax e-billing

View your account online

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