Step-by-step Council Tax setup

If you are moving into the Southampton area (SO14-SO19 postcode) you will need to set up a new account with us. Don’t wait for the ‘new occupier’ letter to come through the door after you have moved. 

Follow this step-by-step process on setting yourself up for paying Council Tax in Southampton:

1 Step 1: Register for Council Tax in Southampton SHOW


2 Step 2: Checking your Council Tax bill SHOW


3 Step 3: Setting up payment for your Council Tax SHOW


4 Step 4: Apply for discounts, exemptions and reductions SHOW


5 Step 5: Setup an online account SHOW


6 Step 6: Letting us know of any changes to your account SHOW