Can someone with a disability claim Housing Benefit and will their disability benefits affect the amount they receive?

30 Oct 2026, 09:50
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Can someone with a disability claim Housing Benefit and will their disability benefits affect the amount they receive?

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Housing Benefit is not a separate disability benefit: your council usually assesses your rent, income, savings and household circumstances. Most working-age people now claim Universal Credit for help with housing costs, although Housing Benefit may still apply if you receive a pension, live in temporary accommodation or certain supported housing. PIP and DLA are generally not treated as income, and disability-related rules may affect premiums or deductions for other adults in your home. Check the rules on GOV.UK and contact your local council, which will decide your entitlement.

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