What is Housing Benefit?
Housing Benefit helps you pay your rent if you’re on a low income. However, most working-age people now need to apply for Universal Credit to receive this help.
Some benefits and tax credits are being replaced by Universal Credit.
Eligibility
You can only make a new claim for Housing Benefit if:
- you have reached State Pension age; or
- you live in specified accommodation
For more information on eligibility, use the calculator to check if you qualify or read more about Housing Benefit eligibility.
How to apply
To apply for Housing Benefit, complete the online form below.
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