Affordable Housing
Borough of Poole and its Housing Association partners are a major provider of housing in Poole with 7,726 properties in total. These properties are classed as Affordable Housing and are provided in the form of rented or low cost home ownership accommodation for people in housing need.
High Demand for Affordable Housing in Poole
There are thousands of households in Poole who have a housing need. The supply of Affordable Rented Housing available to meet that need each year usually equates to about 10% of the people currently on our Housing Register.
It is our job to allocate the housing available as fairly as possible, always taking account of those households in the most need.
New Housing Developments In Poole
Over the forthcoming years there will be a number of new housing developments in Poole. These will be affordable housing and consist of mix of affordable rented units and low cost home ownership.
Check out your housing options
The Council does not have enough properties for everyone who applies through the housing register. Properties are in short supply and demand is very high. People are encouraged to join the housing register but need to be aware that they may have to wait a long time to be considered for rehousing depending on their circumstances.
- To help those in housing need on our Housing Register we have developed a housing advice package that gives information and advice on a range of housing options.
- You can rent privately with advice about good landlords and possibly a loan for the rent in advance and deposit.
- You may be able to purchase a property with help from one of the low cost home ownership schemes
- You may want to move out of the area and we can find you a home and possibly pay your removal costs.
- We can give you Information about your rights to remain in your home if you are threatened with eviction or if you are a victim of domestic violence.
- In addition we could help you if you are in debt, have rent or mortgage arrears or just need help in managing your finances.
- You may also be entitled to some benefits to assist you. Please feel free to use our online benefit calculator to check your entitlement.
We work with a number of partners who can help you. Just give us a quick call or ring for an appointment to discuss your problems in more detail.
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