To determine your eligibility for Housing Benefit or Universal Credit in Lincoln, you need to consider several factors. Here's a quick overview:
| Benefit | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| Universal Credit | - Aged 18 or over <br> - Under state pension credit age <br> - Low income or unemployed <br> - Savings under £16,000 <br> - Not in full-time education or training |
| Housing Benefit | - Live in supported exempt accommodation <br> - Both partners have reached State Pension Credit Age <br> - Savings under £16,000 |
| Council Tax Reduction | - Liable for Council Tax <br> - Savings under £6,000 (working age) <br> - Savings under £16,000 (pension age and vulnerable) |
It's advisable to use the benefits calculator provided by Lincoln to check if you're in a Universal Credit Full Service area and to see what you may be entitled to. You can start your application for Housing Benefit or Council Tax Support here.