If you're on a low income or are finding it hard to pay your rent, you might be able to get help to pay all or part of it through Housing Benefit.

If you're not sure whether you might qualify for help please apply and let us work it out for you.  It's free and it could save you money. 

Claiming is easy – anyone on a low income can claim. A leaflet, Housing Benefit, providing more detail is available for download (see 'Downloads'). There is more information available on the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) page - follow the link at the bottom of the page.

Alternatively you can contact us by telephone on 0845 8 504 504, visit our reception area at Civic Centre, Castleford or call in at a Wakefield District Housing Service Access Point, the addresses of which can be found under the "Contact us" section. From early 2008 a new on line claim form will be available for you to claim electronically.

Please note: The contact address on the leaflets is for King Charles II House, Pontefract. We have now moved to: Ground Floor, Civic Centre, Ferrybridge Road, Castleford WF10 4JH.

Important News for Claiming Benefit

A new online claim form will be available soon.

The online form will mean you will be able to apply for Housing and Council Tax Benefit electronically making the process quicker and more efficient.

Check this website for updates.

Important - Local Housing Allowance

If you are a private tenant, currently claiming Housing benefit or will be claiming after 7.4.08, you may be affected by Local Housing Allowance (LHA).  Local Housing Allowance alters the levels of rent to be used when we work out Housing Benefit entitlement. Please see "Related Links" for further details.