To apply for Housing Benefit in Ribble Valley, you need to complete a benefits application form. You can get one from the Council Offices in Church Walk, Clitheroe, or ask for one by phone on 01200 425111.
| Way to apply / get help | Details |
|---|---|
| Fill in a benefits application form | This is the form you need to make a claim for Housing Benefit and/or Council Tax Support. |
| Get a form from the Council Offices | Council Offices, Church Walk, Clitheroe |
| Request help by phone | Call 01200 425111 |
| Ask for a home visit | If you’re elderly, disabled, or unable to get to the office, Ribble Valley can arrange a visiting officer to complete the form with you at home. Call 01200 425111 to request this. |
| Use the benefit calculator first | You can use the benefit calculator before completing the form. |
Ribble Valley says your claim is normally paid from the Monday after your application form is received, so it’s best to send it in as soon as you can. If you want, you can also contact the council by email at benefits@ribblevalley.gov.uk.