Preston doesn’t use a simple “am I eligible for a council house?” test in the information available. Based on published council information, the housing help described here is mainly for Preston residents who are at risk of becoming homeless or have recently become homeless.
| What Preston says | Details |
|---|---|
| Who the Housing Eligibility Assessment is for | Preston residents who are at risk of becoming homeless or have recently become homeless |
| If you live outside Preston | You need to contact your local council |
| Examples of being at risk of homelessness | Ordered by court to leave; asked to leave by family or friends; unable to stay due to violence, serious disrepair or financial hardship |
| How to apply | Make a homeless application form |
| Phone | 01772 906412 |
| Out of hours phone | 01772 906014 |
| In person | Housing Advisory Service, Town Hall, Lancaster Road, Preston, PR1 2RL |
If you’re asking about a general council house allocation, Preston’s published information here only confirms that people on the Select Move waiting list are being considered for affordable rented homes, but it doesn’t give a full eligibility rule set for council housing itself. The safest next step is to use the Housing Eligibility Assessment if you’re worried about homelessness.