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Housing Support for Young Adults in the UK

Where young people can get help with housing, and how to rent a first home.

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Updated October 2026 · Fraser Bond

Housing · Young adults

Housing help for young people

16–17children's services
Care leaversextra support
Under 35shared rate
First homerenting tips
In short: Young people have specific housing support. Homeless 16 and 17-year-olds should normally be supported by children's services. Care leavers get help from their council, including a personal adviser up to age 25. Single people under 35 usually get Universal Credit housing help at the lower shared accommodation rate, with exemptions such as care leavers under 25. Many young renters use a guarantor or a council rent deposit scheme. Fraser Bond helps first-time renters find rooms and flats, and no landlord can refuse you for receiving benefits.

Who can help

Council housing team

Homelessness help and prevention for anyone at risk.

Children's services

Support for homeless 16 and 17-year-olds.

Leaving care team

Help for care leavers, including setting up home.

Youth housing charities

Supported housing and advice for young people.

Rent deposit schemes

Some councils help with deposits or rent in advance.

Universal Credit

Housing costs help, usually at the shared rate if single and under 35.

First rental budget
You pay towards housing–
Share of income–
Move-in (1 month + 5 weeks' deposit)–

A rough guide. Check your housing help on GOV.UK or with your council.

Renting your first home

First-time renters with Fraser Bond

  • Rooms and studios across London
  • Help with guarantors and references
  • Clear move-in costs
  • No blanket bans on benefits

Frequently asked questions

Can I rent at 18?

Yes. Landlords will usually ask for proof of income or a guarantor.

What is the shared accommodation rate?

The lower rate of housing help for most single people under 35, based on renting a room in a shared home.

Do care leavers get extra help?

Yes, including a personal adviser up to 25 and exemption from the shared rate until 25.

Can Fraser Bond help me find a room?

Yes. Register and tell us your budget.

Looking for your first home?

Register with us and tell us your budget and area.

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