Council Tax

Find your Council Tax reference number

You can find your 8-digit Council Tax reference number on your bill. If you can't find your bill, you can request a new copy from us.

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Sign up to e-Billing

Access your Council Tax bills faster online and improve the environment by helping us use less paper.

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MyAccount

MyAccount is the fastest way to access your Council Tax account and benefit services.

How to sign in or register to MyAccount
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Get help with the cost of living

The cost of living crisis is putting more pressure on household budgets. Find out what you can claim, how to apply and where to go for advice.

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Council Tax discounts

Council Tax discounts are available for some residents, including people with disabilities, single people and care leavers.

See available Council Tax discounts and apply
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What your Council Tax pays for

The Council Tax you pay goes towards the cost of providing a wide range of services to the people of Rochdale borough.

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Access your Council Tax and benefit services online

Did you know you can use MyAccount to access your Council Tax and benefit services? It's free to use, safer and you'll be able to access your account whenever you'd like.

MyAccount Council Tax services include:

  • Set up or amend your Direct Debit details
  • View or change your instalment plan
  • Report a change of address
  • Check your Council Tax band
  • Apply for a single person discount
  • Check your Council Tax balance
  • Sign up for e-Billing

MyAccount benefit services include:

  • Check your benefit entitlement
  • View benefit payments
  • Report a change of circumstances

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