Benefit calculation
Housing and council tax benefit is paid by local councils to help you pay your rent and council tax. The amount of benefit you get will depend on your circumstances, and how much rent and/or council tax you pay.
Benefit calculator
To calculate how much housing benefit and/or council tax benefit you may be entitled to please use our online benefits calculator.
A non-dependant is someone aged 18 or over who lives in your home or is using your home as a main residence other than on a commercial basis.
PensionersBenefit calculation for pensioners.
Pre-tenancy determinationBefore you take on a tenancy and claim housing benefit, you should apply for a pre-tenancy determination. It tells you the maximum rent on which your housing benefit entitlement is likely to be based.
Second adult rebateSecond adult rebate is a separate scheme for people who cannot get help with their council tax because their income is too high.
People of working ageBenefit calculation for people of working age.