Council Tax
OpenAccess lets you view details of your Council Tax account securely online.
Check your property band and the amount of Council Tax payable.
Find out the many different ways you can pay your Council Tax bill.
Direct Debit is the most convenient way to pay your Council Tax every month.
If you have received a letter about your Single Person Discount you can complete the review form here.
If you are moving into Trafford, out of Trafford or within Trafford please complete our online form.
What to do if your circumstances change.
Download useful forms and information leaflets.
Find out whether you qualify for any discounts, reliefs or support.
If you have received a letter about your Disabled Relief you can complete the review form here.
Register for our online services.
What to do if you are finding it difficult to pay your Council Tax bill.
What to do if you suspect someone is claiming a discount or an exemption fraudulently
If you have received a letter or email about your empty property, you can complete the review form here.
The average amount charged for a property in Trafford in Council Tax Band D, including precepts (except Parishes), is £1,484.89. This is the lowest Council Tax rate in Greater Manchester. Partington pay extra due to an additional precept levied by their Parish Council.
The Council Tax Guides which are sent out with the bills, provide information about how to pay your Council Tax, the various reductions available and how to claim Council Tax Support.
Information about the 2018/2019 budget, how we work out your Council Tax and what your Council Tax helps pay for can be found on our website in the Forms and leaflets section.