We create real change for real people. Read Our New Moving forward Index

Our Moving Forward Index presents new evidence on voluntary out-of-borough rehousing. With 67% reporting improved life outcomes and over £3 million in annual savings for Local authorities, the findings demonstrate measurable, social and financial value.

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Housing outside your local area for homeless households

Find a new home and make a fresh start

We seek to find permanent social housing outside your local area for homeless households and other social housing applicants.

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Why use Homefinder UK?

  • Homes found for over 2,000 households
  • Over 60 member local authorities & housing associations
  • Personalised case management service
  • Experienced and fully trained staff
  • Award winning service
  • Non–profit scheme

Affordable housing outside your area, nationwide

Find available social homes or private rented homes to help meet your housing needs outside of high demand areas - whether you are homeless, rough sleeping, overcrowded or threatened with homelessness.

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Leave domestic
abuse behind

If you are fleeing a violent or abusive relationship, our case management team will seek to assist you in finding a new home in another part of the country. However, success in obtaining housing cannot be guaranteed.

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Over 55 in need of housing?

Access to a wider choice of housing for applicants aged 55 and over. 

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Wheelchair accessible properties

Find wheelchair accessible properties from different parts of the UK through our ‘Accessible Now’ channel.

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Private rented properties

Can't find social housing properties in your chosen area? Look at private rented properties available at local housing allowance rate via this channel. 

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Success stories

Homefinder UK is more than a relocation service, it is a project that gives people hope, the chance of a fresh start and a life without fear. It is with a sense of joy and accomplishment that we share with you some of these success stories – which are our ultimate goals!

  • Success Message

    “Unlike some other schemes we’ve used in the past that were only for council tenants, this is one scheme that works for everyone. The criteria is clear, anyone in housing need can apply — there are no unnecessary hurdles.”

    Richmond and Wandsworth
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    “There’s no one thing that will solve this crisis, but if we layer services together, we can make a real difference. Homefinder UK is one of our stackable solutions.”

    The Barnet Group
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    “I recommend Homefinder UK to other authorities, the scheme is an excellent tool and option to offer potentially homeless clients and has been a very successful story in Islington.”

    Islington
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    “Once Homefinder UK knows about your situation, they activate a plan and apply it vigorously to ensure they find you a home as soon as possible”.

    ‘Mrs. L’ NHS nurse escaping financial abusive

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    “By being realistic about waiting times for London housing and always offering Homefinder UK as an alternative, we have housed so many more applicants with Homefinder and it is so much better. I have a kitchen, dining room and 3 bedrooms.”

    Lewisham
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    “I like the flat and I am glad to have a roof over my head after months sleeping on a cold floor in a local church, I can see more improvement in my children schooling due to recolating from London.”

    Mr DHomeless mover

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    “The Revive and Homefinder UK Through our collaborative partnership with Homefinder UK, we can rebuild lives of people in need of urgent social housing”

    Barking dagenham
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    “Prior to Homefinder UK we were stuck in a one bedroom flat, dealing with antisocial behaviour and looking at an eight year wait before we were to be rehoused. Homefinder UK has literally changed our lives.”

    SaraDomestic abuse mover via the Revive project

  • Success Message

    “Brenda (case manager), my angel, helped me and my children to have a new home. I am grateful for all Homefinder UK’s help”

    SaraDomestic abuse mover via the Revive project

Trusted by 60+ local authorities and housing associations including:

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Truth in numbers

2000+Households have found permanent accommodation outside their local area since 2013

100%Fully trained and experienced DBS checked staff delivering case management services

60+Member local authorities and housing associations in a unique national network

100%Non-profit national housing mobility scheme

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