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Introduction

If you have paid too much Council Tax, you may be able to get a refund.

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If you pay more than your monthly amount, this will usually reduce your future payments for the rest of the year rather than creating a refund straight away.

Claim a refund

If your Council Tax bill shows that your account is in credit, you may be able to claim a refund.

Claim a Council Tax refund

If you pay by Direct Debit, we will usually refund any credit automatically to your bank account.

Manage your Council Tax account online

Use our secure online service to manage your Council Tax at any time.

You can:

  • Report changes
  • Update your details
  • Make payments or set up a Direct Debit
  • View your balance, bills and recent payments

Create an account

Before you start you will need:

  • An email address
  • Your Council Tax account number
Manage your Council Tax

Last updated: July 2, 2026

Next review due: January 2, 2027

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