This is because councils across the country run Council Tax Support schemes, sometimes called Council Tax Reduction, which allows you to take money off of your bill if you meet the eligibility criteria. New analysis by Policy in Practice found that more than 2.2 million people were missing out on Council Tax Support . pic.twitter.com/8DFuurzpo5 — Southend Foodbank (@SouthendFoodBan) October 1, 2025This year, they estimate £3.3 billion in Council Tax will go unclaimed. The most frequently unclaimed benefits are the smaller payments, but it all adds up. Government guidance on Council Tax Support says: “You could be eligible if you’re on a low income or claim benefits.