Benefits

Housing Benefit and Council Tax Benefit can help with rent and council tax payments for people on low incomes. Housing Benefit is also known as a rent rebate for council tenants and as a rent allowance for other tenants.

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Online services

Housing and Council Tax Benefit for older people

Change in circumstances?

Overpayments

Appeals

Benefit calculators

Frequently asked questions

Wandsworth benefit online services

Claim Housing Benefit, and Council Tax Benefit.
Calculate your entitlement to Housing and Council Tax Benefit (You will need your rent and income details).
Work out your Local Housing Allowance room rate.

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Changes to Housing and Council Tax Benefit

From April 2011, there will be changes to the way that Housing Benefit is worked out. These changes could mean you may get a lower amount of Housing Benefit.

If you already receive Housing Benefit or are thinking of making a new claim, it is important that you read about these changes, especially if you are thinking of moving or signing a new tenancy.

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Ask us a question about Housing/Council Tax Benefits or Council Tax and we will get in touch with you within 48 hours.

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