Rates of payment
The rates from March 2012 will be based on bedrooms only.
| Number of bedrooms |
Rate |
| Shared accommodation rate* |
£53.50 |
| 1 bedroom |
£75.00 |
| 2 bedrooms |
£90.00 |
| 3 bedrooms |
£95.00 |
| 4 bedrooms |
£130.00 |
* This applies to most people under the age of 35 with no dependants and most people/couples who choose to live in shared accommodation with no dependants.
The rate will be dependant on the accommodation you require. This is a means tested benefit and the rates shown are the maximum entitlement.
You can also find out the LHA Rates telephone by ringing 01472 323878 and at lha-direct.voa.gov.uk . You can also calculate the number of rooms you will be allocated using this site.