Yes — Broxbourne offers a range of Council Tax discounts and exemptions, including single person discount, student or student nurse discount, severely mentally impaired discount, disabled band reduction, annexe discount/exemption, and several disregard categories. You can apply online through the Council Tax portal using the relevant form.
| Type | What Broxbourne says |
|---|---|
| Single person discount | 25% off if you’re the only person aged 18 or over living in the property |
| Student / student nurse discount | Available for qualifying students and student nurses |
| Severely mentally impaired discount | Available where the qualifying conditions are met |
| Disabled band reduction | Council Tax band reduced by one if the home has been adapted for disability needs |
| Annexe discount / exemption | 50% discount for certain annexes occupied by a family member, and some annexe exemptions also apply |
| Unoccupied and unfurnished property discount | 100% discount for one month from the date the property first became empty and unfurnished |
| Exempt properties | Some property types are fully exempt, including certain student-only homes, some occupied by under-18s only, and some properties linked to care, detention, armed forces, or diplomatic status |
You can start an application here: Apply for discounts and exemptions
If you’re thinking about a discount rather than a full exemption, Broxbourne says the Council will issue a revised bill if you qualify, and you may need to provide supporting evidence such as proof or a medical signature depending on the case.