You can claim housing benefit if you are a private tenant, housing association tenant, sub-tenant or lodger.

The amount you will receive will be based on your income and circumstances.

You cannot get housing benefit if:-

• You, or your partner have joint savings and investments of more than £16,000.
• You pay rent to a close relative who lives in the same home as you.
• You own the place where you live.

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