Deductions for adults in the household
Your Council Tax Support may change if you have other adults living with you, apart from your partner.
Deductions can be taken from your Council Tax Support if you share your home with adults who are not dependant on you, such as adult children, relatives or friends.
These deductions are made because these adults are expected to contribute towards Council Tax. They are known as non-dependant deductions.
Non-dependant deduction rates for 2026 to 2027
The amount deducted from your Council Tax Support entitlement is based on the non-dependant's weekly gross income.
| Category | Deduction |
|---|---|
| Aged 18 or over and in remunerative work | - |
| Gross weekly earned income of: | - |
| Gross income: less than £265.99 | £5.20 |
| Gross income: £266.00 to £462.99 | £10.60 |
| Gross income: £463.00 to £576.99 | £13.30 |
| Gross income: £577.00 and above | £15.95 |
If you are experiencing extreme financial difficulty, you may be able to get temporary help by applying for the Council Tax Discretionary Fund scheme.
Page last updated: 1 April 2026
