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Housing benefit

Address: Eden District Council, Town Hall, Penrith, Cumbria CA11 7QF
Telephone: 01768 817817
Email: <a title="Council Tax Benefit and Housing Benefit Email Address" href="mailto:benefits@eden.gov.uk">benefits@eden.gov.uk
Fax: 01768 890470

What is housing benefit?

Housing Benefit is a government scheme to help you pay for your rent. You can claim Housing Benefit if you pay rent to a Housing Association or a private landlord.

How is housing benefit assessed?

Housing Benefit is assessed by comparing your household and personal circumstances with your income. It also takes into account any other adults in your household who are expected in some circumstances to contribute to these costs.