Homelessness prevention: private sector renting
An alternative to making a homeless
application is considering renting accommodation through the
private sector. Privately renting a property gives you, as a
tenant, more control over important factors such as:
- location
- facilities
- schooling
- access to services
The homeless and housing advice service has a
number of ways to help you into privately rented accommodation,
including the rent deposit scheme, and we can provide you with
details of local accommodation agencies. There are also other
opportunities for getting financial assistance with paying your
deposit or rent in advance.
Get more housing
advice and find out how we can help you to find a new home.
How
to contact us
In the first instance, it is best to telephone
us. We will take brief details and advise you of how we propose to
deal with your situation. If you cannot telephone, then we will see
you at our office.
Homeless and Housing Advice Services
Albert Jacob House
62 Roman Road
Bethnal Green
London
E2 0PG
Tel: 020 7364 7474
Fax: 020 7364 7222
Email: homeless@towerhamlets.gov.uk
Open Monday -
Friday 9.30am - 4pm
Access Wheelchair access.
Hearing loop in reception
Nearest tube station: Bethnal Green
Nearest bus routes: 8, D6 (Roman Road), 309 (Globe Road), 106, 254
(Cambridge Heath Road)