How do I contact Sandwell housing?
Call us. Our contact centre is open Monday to Friday 8am – 5.30pm. If you are calling about a repair, please ring 0121 569 6000. For any other housing enquiry including rents, getting on the housing register and bidding for properties, please call 0121 368 1166.
How much is council rent in Sandwell?
From April 2020, the average annual rent over 52 weeks would increase from £75.72 a week to £77.23 – an increase of £1.51 a week.
How do I pay my rent to Sandwell Council?
You can pay your housing rent by credit or debit card over the telephone by calling 0300 456 0514. You can also use telephone banking. You must quote Sandwell Council’s account number 69624097 and the sort code is 60-15-39. You will also need your rent account number.
How do I speak to someone at Sandwell Council Tax?
Call us. To make a payment call 0300 456 0514. For enquiries call 0121 368 1155. If you can’t get through now and you cant find what you need online please try again later – we’re open 8.45am-5pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday and 9am-5pm on Wednesdays.
How do I contact Birmingham City Council?
If you have enquiries about your Housing Benefit, Council Tax, Housing or other matters then please contact the council contact centre on 0121 216 3030.
What is the LHA in Sandwell?
Local housing allowance (LHA) is a new Housing Benefit scheme for tenants who rent accommodation from a private landlord.
How much is Band A council tax in Sandwell?
Council Tax bandings
| Band | Sandwell Council | Adult Social Care |
|---|---|---|
| A (up to £40,000) | £925.94 | £124.65 |
| B (£40,001 – £52,000) | £1,080.25 | £145.43 |
| C (£52,001 – £68,000) | £1,234.58 | £166.20 |
| D (£68,001 – £88,000) | £1,388.91 | £186.97 |
What county is Sandwell?
the West Midlands county
Sandwell is a metropolitan borough of the West Midlands county in England….Sandwell.
| Borough of Sandwell | |
|---|---|
| Metropolitan county | West Midlands |
| Historic County | Staffordshire and Worcestershire |
| Status | Metropolitan borough |
| Incorporated | 1 April 1974 |
How long is the waiting list for a council house in Birmingham?
Birmingham council house applicants are spending a year and three months on the waiting list before getting a home, new figures have revealed. As of this month, there are 9,917 applicants on the list who spend an average of 66 weeks from the date of registration to when they are housed.
Where do homeless go in Birmingham?
Homeless Service Centre run by SIFA Fireside and Shelter This service is for vulnerable adults aged 25 and over. Housing advice is available Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm. Welfare services (meals, showers, clothing, benefits advice, health surgeries) are available Monday to Friday, 9am to 12:45pm.
How can I increase my chances of getting a council house?
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.
How much is council tax band C Sandwell?
Council Tax bandings
| Band | Sandwell Council | Police |
|---|---|---|
| C (£52,001 – £68,000) | £1,234.58 | £166.71 |
| D (£68,001 – £88,000) | £1,388.91 | £187.55 |
| E (£88,001 – £120,000) | £1,697.55 | £229.23 |
| F (£120,001 – £160,000) | £2,006.19 | £270.91 |
What is Sandwell famous for?
Landmarks and attractions in Sandwell include Wednesbury Museum and Art Gallery, Bishop Asbury Cottage, West Bromwich Manor House, Oak House, West Bromwich, and Sandwell Valley Country Park. It is also the home of West Bromwich Albion F.C. Sandwell used to be a popular hotspot for car cruising.
How do I get in touch with Sandwell Council?
Find out how to get in touch with Sandwell Council outside of normal office hours; General enquiries 0121 569 2200. 8am – 5.30pm Monday to Friday; Highways services 0121 368 1177. 8am – 5.30pm…
How do I set up a direct debit with Sandwell?
To set up a Direct Debit online you need to be registered for a MySandwell account, if you don’t have a MySandwell account you can register here. Once you have registered, go into ‘My Accounts’, validate your rent account and you will be able to set up a Direct Debit.
Do I always need to call Sandwell?
You don’t always need to call us. You can report many issues or request services online-here’s a list of things you can report through our website-sign up for a MySandwell account now.