Rent charges 2026-27

Your rent charges for 2026–27 and how the money is used to maintain and improve council homes and services.

Each year, council rents are reviewed and set in line with government regulations. These decisions take into account factors such as:

  • average manual wages
  • council property values
  • the number of bedrooms in your home

From April 2026 to March 2027, council rents will increase by 4.8%, in line with the government’s rent cap. This represents an average rise of £4.47 per week.

Weekly rent overview

To give a clear picture of how council rents compare to other housing options, the table below shows last year’s rent, this year’s rent, and the private sector leasing rate for 2026–27.
  Rent 2025-26 Increase (4.8%) Rent 2026-27 Private sector leasing 2026-27
Average £93.07 £4.47 £97.54 £185.26
Maximum £153.84 £7.38 £161.22 £267.57
Minimum £70.51 £3.38 £73.89 £102.95

Why the increase?

The rent adjustment helps the council manage rising costs and continue investing in your community. It supports:

  • maintenance of council homes and estates
  • upgrades to kitchens, bathrooms, and electrical systems
  • construction of new council homes

Where your rent goes

Housing Revenue Account (HRA) expenditure 2024–25

The income used to provide housing services comes from rent (for homes and garages), service charges, and rechargeable repairs.

The Housing Revenue Account (HRA) records all income and expenditure involved in running the council’s housing. It covers the day‑to‑day management, repairs, maintenance and improvements of council homes, as well as other services provided specifically for council tenants.

Housing expenditure 2024–25

Pi-chart showing 2024-25 expenditure

 

Breakdown of figures:
  • Housing management: £16.8m
  • Planned upgrades and improvements: £11.5m
  • Repairs and maintenance: £11.2m
  • Empty property works: £4.8m
  • Estate management: £3.5m
  • Sheltered housing: £1.6m
  • Caretaker services: £0.8m

This information will be updated with 2025/26 expenditure once the data becomes available. 

Rent notification

You should have received your rent notice in early March, detailing your updated weekly and monthly rent amounts. If you haven’t received it or are unsure about your payment, email us at HousingIncome@norwich.gov.uk

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