Housing benefit

Housing Benefit is paid by local Councils to tenants who rent their homes. It is part of the Social Security System and the amount that you get depends on your income and family situation. Maximum rent levels of the private sector (not Council or Housing Association properties) are determined by the valuation office and for all new claims are called local housing allowance.

Private Rents : Local Housing Allowance ....................}
Housing Association and Charities : Rent Allowance } = Housing Benefit
Council Houses : Rent Rebate ......................................}

Housing Benefit is not paid to help with mortgages, If you are on a low income and have a mortgage, please contact the Department of Work and Pensions Department of Work and Pensions (This link will open in a new window) as they may be able to help.