How we set your rent

We set our rents in line with government policy. There are two ways of setting rents:

Target rents

This takes account of the number of bedrooms in a property, how much the property is worth and the average income levels in the county.

Market rents

This takes account of rents in the private sector and sets a rent at a percentage of the market rate.

Overall, both ways will result in the rent we charge being less than the ‘market rate’. We review the rents each year, taking into account any guidance issued by our regulator, and we will tell you about any change in the rent for your home.

Your rent may also include a service charge.

Service charges

A service charge pays for the cost of any extra services that you receive and for looking after the shared spaces beyond your own home. The services you receive will depend on where you live and what facilities are provided in your block or neighbourhood.

More about service charges