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South Tyneside Council Housing Services (previously 'South Tyneside Homes')

Council housing (previously known as 'South Tyneside Homes') has been brought back under the management of South Tyneside Council. Read more about the changes.

Housing Benefit

It is your responsibility to apply for Housing Benefit.

Any delay may result in full rent being charged.

For information about Housing Benefit, and to apply, go to:

South Tyneside Council: Housing Benefit

For information about Council Tax Support, and to apply, visit South Tyneside Council: Council Tax Support.

Contact the Benefits team

To contact South Tyneside Council's Benefits Team:

Call 0191 424 4333 (Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 5pm and Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm)
Email benefits@southtyneside.gov.uk