To access your Council Tax account for the first time you will need your nine-digit Council Tax account number. This can be found on your Council Tax bill.
How do I find my council tax number UK?
You can find your council tax account number in the top right-hand area of the first page of a council tax bill or summons notice. It is the largest number on the page. You can also find it in the council tax part of your My eAccount if you have a council tax account set up with us there.
Can I view my council tax bill online Scotland?
Yes – our Self-service facility allows you to access your Council Tax account online whenever you want saving you time, effort and money. Using Self-Service you can: View your account details.
How do I find out my council tax band Scotland?
Find out the council tax band of your home by looking up your property online via the Scottish Assessors website. You can also challenge your council tax band on the Scottish Assessors website if you think it’s wrong.
How do I contact South Lanarkshire Council?
You can also make your complaint in person, by phoning our Customer Services Centre on 0303 123 1015, or in writing to Freepost RSGJ-EYAE-EFBC, South Lanarkshire Council, 45 John Street, Blantyre, Glasgow G72 0JG (you do not need a stamp).
Find your local authority reference number
- Go to Council Tax Bands (GOV.UK)
- Select ‘Start Now’
- Enter your postcode and select ‘Search’
- Select your address showing in the list of results.
- Your local authority reference number will display.
Do I need to pay council tax?
If you’re 18 or over and live in a home you own or rent you will need to pay Council Tax, unless: the owner lives in the property. you and others living in the property have separate tenancy agreements. you are exempt from paying.
What months do you pay council tax in Scotland?
Council Tax is normally payable in 10 monthly instalments (minimum £5) due on the first of each month from April to January, with extra payment dates available if you pay by direct debit.
Can I pay my council tax over 12 months in Scotland?
Contact your council immediately if you’re having trouble paying – they can help you, e.g. by spreading your payments over 12 months instead of 10.
Is Scotland getting the 150 council tax rebate?
Local Authorities have discretion over the method used to make direct payments however in line with the majority of Council’s in Scotland a payment of £150 will be credited to your 2022/23 Council Tax account.
What is the highest council tax band in Scotland?
Council Tax Bands
| Range of Values | Band |
|---|---|
| Up to £27,000 | A |
| Over £27,000 and up to £35,000 | B |
| Over £35,000 and up to £45,000 | C |
| Over £45,000 and up to £58,000 | D |
Which council has the highest council tax in Scotland?
Argyll and Bute residents are getting the worst deal in Scotland over their council tax as a new study reveals a postcode lottery over bills. Research looking at council tax as a percentage of average annual pay – puts Argyll and Bute as the most expensive, with 5.04% going on paying the £1281-a-year bill.
Why is my council tax band different to my Neighbours?
So the flawed old valuation still dictates much of the kingdom’s banding, which is why you could be paying more than your neighbour even though you live in exactly the SAME size property.
How much is council tax band A South Lanarkshire?
2022/2023 Charges
| Band | Council Tax | Total |
|---|---|---|
| A | £822.00 | £1140.96 |
| B | £959.00 | £1331.12 |
| C | £1096.00 | £1521.28 |
| D | £1233.00 | £1711.44 |
Can I cut down a tree in my garden South Lanarkshire?
Trees – arboriculture and preservation orders
If you live in a conservation area, you will need to give your local planning office six weeks’ notice before you intend to prune or fell trees. There is no charge for a tree preservation order.
Is council tax going up in South Lanarkshire?
Residents in band D properties will see their annual bill rise by about £30 – from £1,203 to £1,233. South Lanarkshire Council leader John Ross said he expected to continue to have the lowest council tax in mainland Scotland. The new rate was agreed by councillors voting on the 2022-23 budget, which was set at £833m.
Where do I find my 18 digit reference number?
Use the 18-digit reference number shown on your HMRC payment request, when you make a payment. Do not leave any spaces between the digits. If you do not have an 18-digit reference number you can get help from the National Insurance Helpline. Your payment may be delayed if you use the wrong reference number.
What is a property reference number council tax?
It may be labelled on your bill as either ‘Account Reference’ or ‘Account Number’. This is a 10-digit number that begins ’22’. You must use this reference number when managing your council tax online, or when making a payment, or when you have any council tax query.
What is the UPRN for my property?
UPRN stands for Unique Property Reference Number and was created by the Ordnance Survey (OS). It consists of numbers of up to 12 digits in length. Local governments in the UK have allocated a unique number for each land or property.
Can you get fined for not paying council tax?
If you ignore Council Tax arrears, it’s likely your council will take you to court quickly to get all the money at once. You’ll have to pay court costs and possibly bailiff fees as well as your debt, which can add hundreds of pounds to your bill.
Who is exempt from council tax in Scotland?
a property occupied only by people aged 18 and up to 26 who have left the care of the local council. a property where all the people who live in it are aged under 18. a property where all the people who live in it are severely mentally impaired. unoccupied agricultural dwellings.