Swindon Borough Council

Affordable credit

Compare the cost of borrowing, and find out about payday lenders, loan sharks and credit unions.

See what help with rent and Council Tax you could get, who can claim, how to apply and other help.

How the Benefit Cap limits the benefits you get, who is not affected, exemptions and appeals.

Check which benefits, discounts and social tariffs you could get, and find free debt advice.

Form to ask us to explain, revise or appeal a Housing Benefit or Council Tax Support decision.

Ways to increase your income, plan a budget and get free, confidential debt advice.

Phone help with a Housing Benefit claim, and home visits for people who need extra support.

For landlords paid Housing Benefit direct: check payments, schedules and claim status online.

How Housing Benefit is worked out if you rent privately, the current rates and how to apply.

Check if you can get Pension Credit and apply on GOV.UK. It can unlock other help with bills.

Report Council Tax Support or single person discount fraud to us, and other benefit fraud to DWP.

Upload evidence for a Housing Benefit or Council Tax Support claim with our online form.

How to claim Universal Credit, what you need, when it is paid and where to get help locally.

See your Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support award, and your letters if you get them by email.