Bidding help

We have included important information to help you with the bidding process. This will support you in making informed decisions. It will also help you choose the types of homes that are right for your needs.

Affordability and benefit calculators

It is important that you are aware of what benefits you are entitled to and how much rent you can afford to pay. Find out how these tools can help you.
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Benefit cap for under 35s

Tenants under 35 without children are only eligible for the ‘shared accommodation rate,’ which typically covers the cost of renting a room in a shared house.

Bidding and ground floor preference

Preference for ground floor properties will be given to applicants requiring, or recommended ground floor only accommodation.