Earning deductions for unpaid Council Tax

If you owe Council Tax, we may ask your employer to take payments directly from your earnings.

The amount taken depends on your pay and how often you’re paid.

Weekly pay

Net weekly earnings Amount deducted
Below £75 No deduction
£75 to £135 3%
£135 to £185 5%
£185 to £225 7%
£225 to £355 12%
£355 to £505 17%
Above £505 17% for the first £505, then 50% on the rest

Monthly pay

Net monthly earnings Amount deducted
Below £300 No deduction
£300 to £550 3%
£550 to £740 5%
£740 to £900 7%
£900 to £1,420 12%
£1,420 to £2,020 17%
Above £2,020 17% for the first £2,020, then 50% on the rest