Make a Housing Benefit claim

Most people should make a claim for Universal Credit instead of Housing Benefit. Only certain groups of people are entitled to Housing Benefit, including people of state pension age.

Introduction

You may qualify for housing benefit if you receive income support, jobseeker's allowance, pension credit or other state benefits or you are on a low income and pay rent.

If you are over 60 and receive Guaranteed Pension Credit, you may qualify for housing benefit or council tax reduction even if you have savings above £16,000.

You can find out if you are entitled by using our benefits calculator or calling 0151 443 4042 and asking for a trial calculation. Remember, this will only give you an indication of your potential entitlement.

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