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Right to buy

Right to Buy is a government scheme that allows council tenants to purchase the property they rent from us. Tenants who are eligible will be able to buy their property at a lower price than the full market value.

Who can buy their council property?

If you are a secure tenant and have held a public sector tenancy for five years or more, you may be able to purchase the property you live in.

Who cannot buy?

• A tenant who has a service tenancy in connection with their job
• A sheltered housing tenant
• A tenant whose home has been adapted or is particularly suitable for use by the disabled or elderly
• If a court makes a possession order against you, or if you are undischarged bankrupt

How much discount will I receive?

You could receive a maximum discount of £38,000 depending on the amount of time that you have been a tenant. A full guide to ‘Your Right to Buy Your Home’ is available on the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister's website - see the link on the right of this page.

If the home you would like to buy is a flat, you will find the booklet ‘Thinking of buying a Council Flat’ on the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister's website.

How can I find out more information?

If you would like more information or an application form you can contact your local area office - see the link on the right - or the Leaseholder and Commercial Services team. If you live in postcode:

• PO1, PO2 or PO7 call 023 9283 4561
• PO4, PO5 or PO3 call 023 9284 1486
• PO6, PO9 or PO8 call 023 9283 4845