What is another word for council tax?
Pronunciation: [kˈa͡ʊnsə͡l tˈaks] (IPA) 
Council tax is a domestic tax levied on households in the United Kingdom to fund local government services. It can be a burden for many people, and as such, it's not surprising that a plethora of synonyms exists for this term. Some of the common terms used include property tax, municipal tax, local tax, household tax, and community charge. The term community charge was previously used in the UK but was later replaced by council tax in 1993. Regardless of the term used, council tax is a form of taxation that is unavoidable, and people need to budget well to ensure that they keep their finances in check.
