Local Housing Allowance is used to calculate new claims for Housing Benefit for tenants renting accommodation from a private landlord. It also affects tenants already getting Housing Benefit who move into accommodation rented from a private landlord. If you live in council accommodation or other social housing, Local Housing Allowance will not affect you.
Local Housing Allowance rates for Argyll and Bute 2024/2025
| Number of Bedrooms | Category | LHA Rate (£ per week) |
|---|---|---|
| Shared Room Rate | S1 | 80.55 |
| 1 bedroom rate | B1 | 103.56 |
| 2 bedroom rate | C2 | 138.08 |
| 3 bedroom rate | D3 | 159.95 |
| 4 or more bedroom rate | E4 | 276.16 |
To find out how to work out which Local Housing Allowance rate applies to you, you can:
- email us on BenefitsGeneralEnquiries@argyll-bute.gov.uk
- phone the Benefits enquiry line on 01546 605512
- visit your local Customer Service Point.