Council tax

IMPORTANT NOTICE PLEASE READ

We would like to ask at this difficult time that you email us with any queries rather than contact us by phone. Please only phone us if you have an urgent query.

We understand that this is a difficult situation for everyone and appreciate your understanding regarding this matter.

If you contact us please quote your Council Tax reference number (which can be found on the right hand side of your bill and is an 8-digit number starting with 9) or your name and/or address.

If you are experiencing financial difficulties due to a drop in your income you may be entitled to Council Tax support. Please click on the link for further information.

Universal Credit and Council Tax support

Please see below for further information about the COVID-19 Council Tax Hardship Fund.

***We have been made aware that there are a variety of scams associated with council tax refunds and discounts happening, both locally and nationally.

Any resident who receives an email or text about a council tax refund or discount which asks them to click a link and put in personal details, should be ignored and deleted. If in doubt this can be reported to revenue.services@stroud.gov.uk***

Council tax is a property tax levied on domestic properties, whether owned or rented, and helps to pay for local services in the Stroud District. The charge levied on your property will depend on the band of your property and the parish you live in.

Council tax bands and rates
Find out the council tax band for your home and how much council tax you must pay.
Pay your council tax
Find out the different ways you can pay your council tax, or how we may be able to help if you are experiencing difficulties, or if you have received a reminder, cancellation letter or summons.
Check your council tax balance online
Use this page to check your council tax balance.
Tell us about your change of address or circumstance
Don't pay the wrong amount! Tell us if you are moving home or have had a change in your household circumstances.
2020/21 Billing information
Financial information for Stroud District Council, Gloucestershire County Council and The Police and Crime Commissioner for 2020/21. You can also find general information such as how to pay your Council Tax, discounts and exemptions, what to do if you are experiencing difficulties and whether you can get a reduction in your charge.
2021/22 Billing information
Financial information for Stroud District Council, Gloucestershire County Council and The Police and Crime Commissioner for 2021/22. You can also find general information such as how to pay your Council Tax, discounts and exemptions, what to do if you are experiencing difficulties and whether you can get a reduction in your charge.
COVID-19 Council Tax Hardship Fund 2020/21
The Stroud District Council hardship policy is now available to view.
Council tax support
Council tax support is financial assistance available to low income households to help you pay your council tax.
Council tax discounts, exemptions, empty properties and second homes
Depending on your circumstances, it may be possible to get a reduction on your council tax bill. You will also find information on our empty property policy, second home policy and annexe discount.
Receive your bill by email
E-billing provides a faster, more efficient and convenient way to receive and check your bills.
Council tax adult social care precept explained
Information concerning the charge levied on your bill for the adult social care.
Cabinet Office privacy notice for council tax
IMPORTANT NOTICE The fair processing notice gives information on how the Council is allowed to use the information you provide to us.
Boundary changes effective from 1 April 2020
Important information regarding boundary changes.