Housing advice

Social housing

How to apply for social housing and information for tenants.

Renters Rights Act information for tenants

Renting is changing; there are new rights and responsibilities for landlords in England. These changes affect most private tenants with an assured shorthold tenancy.

Housing grants and support schemes

Find out about the Home Improvement Agency, Disabled Facilities Grant and other support schemes

Independent Living accommodation

Independent Living accommodation, sometimes called sheltered housing, is aimed at people over 55.

Low cost home ownership and private renting

Advice low cost home ownership and private renting.

Repairs in rented homes

Information and advice on repair issues in rented homes.

Rent Choice scheme

The scheme is to help people secure private rented accommodation by providing a loan for the first month's rent in advance, or a deposit bond.

Better Off Calculator

Use this calculator to check benefits eligibility to ensure household income is maximised in the cost of living crisis.

Local government in Surrey is changing