Waiting times 2025/2026
It is difficult to estimate how long you may wait for an offer of social housing. Waiting times depend on the number of available properties, your priority banding, and how long you have been on the housing register. The information below shows average waiting times for 2025/26.
| Property Type | Homes Let | Shortest Wait Time | Longest Wait Time | Average Wait Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheltered accommodation | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Studio accommodation | 2 | 27 Months | 35 Months | 31 Months |
| 1-bed general needs | 121 | 5 Days | 32 Months | 9 Months |
| 2-bed flat or maisonette | 72 | 2 Days | 4 Years | 15 Months |
| 2-bed house | 57 | 9 Weeks | 4 Years | 13 Months |
| 3-bed flat or maisonette | 2 | 31 Months | 32 Months | 31 Months |
| 3-bed house | 36 | 10 Weeks | 5 Years | 21 Months |
| 4-bed house | 1 | 30 Months | 33 Months | 30 Months |
| 5-bed house | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Last modified on 20 May 2026
