Check your eligibility for benefits

Use these calculators to find out if you are eligible for Council Tax Support or Housing Benefit.

These calculators gives an estimate based on the figures you enter. They should not be used as a guarantee of the amount of benefit or support that you would receive if you submit a claim. For a full assessment, you will need to make an application.

Your bedroom entitlement (Local Housing Allowance rate category)

To find the number of bedrooms you may be entitled to claim for, use our online calculator.

  • Click the button below to access the calculator
  • Select the circumstances which best describe your household
  • You will be shown your Local Housing Allowance rate category

Check entitlement

Benefit calculator

Use GOV.UK's online form for an instant estimate of how much Council Tax Support and Housing Benefit you may be eligible for.

You will be asked to confirm information such as:

  • your current rent
  • your annual Council Tax bill
  • your income and earnings
  • your capacity to work, and any health or disability issues or carer functions
  • your children and young persons for whom child benefit is paid
  • your savings
  • your childcare charges
  • your Tax and Pension Credits

Use the benefit calculator