Claiming Housing Benefit in the Scarborough area

Housing Benefit is means tested. We take into account things like:

• your income (and your partner’s if you have one)
• savings
• if anyone else lives with you
• personal circumstances
• whether you rent from a private or a social landlord
• whether you have any empty rooms

If you need help completing your application, please contact us.

Apply for Housing Benefit Online

Alternatively, you can use  this form (pdf / 758 KB) to apply. You must also complete the  Housing Benefit Statement (pdf / 68 KB).

 These guidance notes will help you with your application (pdf / 195 KB). 

If you are self-employed

If you are self-employed, you must also complete  this form (pdf / 141 KB).