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Council tax - bands, charges and guidance

Are you using e-Services yet? 

Join thousands of residents using e-Services to manage their council tax and housing benefit accounts. Use your phone or computer to login from anywhere and check your upcoming or outstanding payments, reference numbers and update your payment details. Sign in or register for e-Services here.

Council Tax information pack 2023/2024

Including who should pay Council Tax, how Basildon Council works out what Council Tax is due and other authorities who receive a percentage of funds.

Annual Bill Explained

A quick guide to your what's on your council tax bill for 2023/24.

Bands and Charges 2023/2024

Further information on how much council tax you should pay, depending on the band of the property.

Appeal Band or Liability

How to file an appeal to change your council tax band or who is liable for a council tax bill for a specific property.

SMS Reminders

Often, Basildon Council will send a text with an important message for you. However, with more scams happening over text, it's right to be cautious. Here are some ways to spot a difference between a scam and genuine message.