Help with rent if you are on a low income

You may be able to get help with your council rent if you are:

  • out of work
  • on a low income

The type of help you can get depends on your age.

If you are of working age

You may be able to get help through the Universal Credit Housing Element.

If you are over pension age

You may be able to get Housing Benefit.

Need help?

You can:

Page last modified: 28 November 2025