You can apply for Housing Benefit to help 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, click here.

You can only make a new claim for Housing Benefit if:

• you have reached State Pension age; or
• you live in specified accommodation

Use the calculator to find out of you qualify, or read more about eligibility for Housing Benefit.

Apply for Housing Benefit.