Options for renting and buying

Options for renting and buying

There are different options for renting or buying a home.

Apply for council housing

You can apply to join the housing needs register from the age of 16.

You can be offered a home from the age of 18.

The council has a policy that explains:

• who can join the housing needs register
• how council homes are allocated 

Find out more about joining the housing needs register.

Private renting

You could live in a home that is owned by a landlord, and you would pay them rent to live there.

Find out more about private renting.

Saving for and buying a home

You may be able to get financial help from the government to buy a home.

GOV.UK has information about:

• help for people buying a home for the first time
• buying a home through shared ownership
• lower rent payments to help you save for a home

Find out about affordable home ownership schemes on GOV.UK.

Home adaptations

If you're disabled and need to make changes to your home, you might be able to get a grant from us. Find out more about adapting your home.

Benefits

GOV.UK explains benefits and financial support if you're disabled or have a health condition.

More advice

Local charity Promise Inclusion has a Family Liaison Service. They can give you advice about housing, benefits and more.

Phone: 0300 777 8539
Email: admin@promiseinclusion.org