Apply for Council Housing

To apply (bid) for a Council property in Redbridge you need to complete a registration form. Once you are registered then only can you apply for a council property.

Download the housing application registration form (101kb)

Applications are judged on priority rather than when you first applied, for more information on how to apply please read these guidance notes (35kb). Once you have competed the form please return it to: Housing Advice Centre at 17 - 23 Clements Road, Ilford, Essex, IG1 1AG

To be sent a form call the Housing Advice Centre on 020 8708 4002 / 020 8708 4003 .
Collect from Housing Advice Centre, opening times: Monday to Friday from 9 am to 4 pm except Wednesday from 1 pm to 4 pm.
Orchard Housing Office opening times 9 am to 4.30 pm or
Manford Way Housing Office opening times 9 am to 4.30 pm.

What happens after you register

It takes about six to eight weeks to register you so we can assess your housing needs. We will let you know whether or not you have been successful by post. If you have been successful you will receive an introductory letter explaining how to apply (bid), when you can apply and for what type of property. If you are considered a 'high priority' applicant we may contact you earlier.

About the Council Housing list

If you are successful with your registration, you will then be entitled to bid for a property based on your priority level.

Bidding and finding properties

Once you are registered you will then be able to search and apply (bid) for properties. Find out more about the bidding process and where to find properties.

Over 55 - sheltered housing

If you are over 55 and are interested in applying for warden controlled housing (sheltered housing) please see the sheltered accommodation for further information and application details.