How to budget for UK Council Tax?

Question

Hi, I am moving to London in Mid May. I am budgeting for Council Tax payments but I am not sure on the actual values. Meaning: I move in mid may, thus I pay only from then for the remainder of the year or, I ought to pay the full 12 months?

sunshine_mel · Answer

You pay council tax for 10 months a year. So you'll pay council tax from when you move in to around March, when there's a gap. 
Make sure you register with the council as soon as you move in

R · Answer

You pay when you move in. The owner/previous renter pays for April. Contact the Council about the changeover date for May.

Maxi · Answer

You legally have to register with the council when you move in, you pay from the date you move in

How to budget for UK Council Tax?

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