Local Housing Allowance
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What is Local Housing Allowance?
If you are a private tenant renting a property or room from a private landlord and you are on a low income, you may be able to claim and receive Local Housing Allowance .You can claim Local Housing Allowance (LHA) by filling out a Housing Benefit claim.
LHA rates set for April 2012
| Bedroom rate | Price per week | Rate four weekly | Rate per month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared | £55.50 | £222.00 | £240.50 |
| 1 Bedroom | £92.31 | £369.24 | £400.01 |
| 2 Bedroom | £109.62 | £438.48 | £475.02 |
| 3 Bedroom | £121.15 | £484.60 | £524.98 |
| 4 Bedroom | £160.00 | £640.00 | £693.33 |
LHA rates set for March 2012
| Bedroom rate | Price per week | Rate four weekly | Rate per month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared | £57.50 | £230.00 | £249.17 |
| 1 Bedroom | £92.31 | £369.24 | £400.01 |
| 2 Bedroom | £109.62 | £438.48 | £475.02 |
| 3 Bedroom | £121.15 | £484.60 | £524.98 |
| 4 Bedroom | £155.77 | £623.08 | £675.00 |