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 |