St Helens does not let people apply for a council house directly in the old landlord sense, because the council no longer owns the housing stock. Instead, you apply to join Under One Roof, which is the access point for social and affordable rented homes in the borough.
| What to do | How it works | Where to go |
|---|---|---|
| Join the housing register / apply for social housing | Complete a membership form and provide proof of identity. Your application is then assessed and placed in a band based on your circumstances. | Under One Roof |
| Bid for properties | Once you have your membership number and band, you can bid for up to three available properties that suit your family’s needs. | Under One Roof |
| Check available homes | New properties are advertised every week on the Under One Roof website. | Under One Roof |
St Helens says anyone can apply to join Under One Roof, but some applications may be refused on certain grounds, including serious anti-social behaviour or convictions involving illegal or immoral use of a property. If you’re eligible and want to be considered for social housing, the fastest route is to register through the Under One Roof scheme.