How long does it take to get a council house in Edinburgh?
Edinburgh Live sent a Freedom of Information request to the city council and discovered that the average waiting time for social housing is 613 days for a single person. However the City of Edinburgh Council said it should be noted that this includes applicants who had been awarded a priority for housing.
Can you bid on council houses?
If you have been accepted onto the housing register, you can bid for a home through the choice-based lettings (CBL) scheme. The scheme allows you to choose where you live and the type of property you live in.
How do I register with EdIndex?
You can register if you are 16 years or older. To register you will need to print and complete EdIndex application form and post it to EdIndex, The City of Edinburgh Council, Clocktower, Unit 1, Flassches Yard, South Gyle Crescent, Edinburgh, EH12 9LB.
How do I get on Edinburgh housing list?
To bid for a Council or Housing Association home in Edinburgh you must register with EdIndex by completing the application form. You can download the application form using the link below. Or you can contact us at [email protected] and we can e-mail you an electronic version of the form or post one out to you.
How much is council rent in Edinburgh?
Average weekly rents
| Size of home | Number of homes owned | Scottish average |
|---|---|---|
| 1 apartment | 363 | £73.61 |
| 2 apartment | 5,270 | £79.48 |
| 3 apartment | 10,536 | £82.60 |
| 4 apartment | 3,402 | £89.81 |
How does council house bidding work?
Your council will tell you how their bidding system works. The homes will all have a closing date, so make sure you bid before then. If you’ve bid for a home, it doesn’t mean you’ll get it. Once the bidding period has closed, your council will look at your level of priority and usually how long you’ve been waiting.
How can I get council house quickly?
How to get a council house quicker
- Be as open and flexible as you can.
- Update the council of changes to circumstances.
- Ensure you’re in the right band.
- Use all your bids.
- Ensure you’re bidding for the correct type of property – by this we mean bidding for the type of property you will be given priority for.
What is affordable housing Edinburgh?
ESPC magazine. A guide for first time buyers. Moving house checklist. Free advice. About ESPC.
Who gets priority for council housing Scotland?
To be awarded priority the applicant must make reasonable choices about where they wish to live and the type of property they wish to live in. They cannot be restrictive in their choices. At the start of each financial year, letting targets are set against each of their four housing lists.
How to bid on a home with edindex?
Complete your EdIndex application form. Details of where homes became available in the last 12 months and how many people bid for them. Frequently asked questions and answers. Bid on available homes. Some other options that may be suitable for you. Contact details for all the EdIndex landlords.
How many housing associations are part of edindex?
EdIndex is a partnership between the Council and 18 housing associations/co-operatives in Edinburgh. You only need to complete one application to apply for houses provided by the landlords . 17 landlords let their homes through Key To Choice.
How to apply for social housing in Edinburgh?
In this section… To register with EdIndex and apply for social housing in Edinburgh you need to complete an EdIndex application form. To request an application form please email If you have access to a printer we can email you an application form.
How old do you have to be to apply for edindex in Edinburgh?
You can register if you are 16 years or older. To register you will need to print and complete EdIndex application form and post it to EdIndex, The City of Edinburgh Council, Clocktower, Unit 1, Flassches Yard, South Gyle Crescent, Edinburgh, EH12 9LB. When you register with EdIndex you will build up waiting time which is measured in days.