Additional Elements of Universal Credit - Housing Costs Element
Universal Credit has extra payments that can be added on top of your standard allowance if you're eligible.
- Last reviewed 25 February 2026
You may be able to get help with your rent and some service charges through the Universal Credit housing costs element.
To find out who can get this help and what it covers, please see our Universal Credit housing costs guide.
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