Housing

Find a home

Your housing options in Edinburgh.

Apply to be considered for social housing

Apply for social housing with the Council, housing associations and co-operatives by registering with Edindex. Also find out how social tenants can swap homes.

Find out about housing benefit

Find out if you are eligible for housing benefit and how to apply, what to do if you are in rent arrears and information about our income maximisation service.

Report antisocial behaviour

Report threatening or antisocial behaviour.

Find help if you are losing your home

Get advice about homelessness and temporary accommodation.

Shared repairs service

Help and advice for property owners about shared repairs for flats and tenements, and information about emergency repairs.