You can claim Housing and/or Council Tax Benefit in a number of circumstances, for example if:

  • you are on income support or job seekers allowance
  • you are on a low income
  • you are employed or self employed  
  • you are in receipt of pension credit          

What you need to do

There are many different ways to claim Housing and/or Council Tax Benefit

  • Download a claim form (pdf, 264Kb) and send the completed version to us
  • Please contact us and we will be happy to help you complete the form
  • Phone us on 0191 278 7878 (ask for "Housing and Council Tax Benefit"), and we will arrange a convenient time to complete the form with you over the phone
  • Phone us and ask for a home visit

Housing and Council Tax Benefit Calculator

What happens next

Once we assess your claim for Housing and/or Council Tax Benefit, we will notify you in writing of our decision.

Further information on Housing Benefit 

Further Information on Council Tax Benefit

Page last updated: 5 April, 2013