How do I speak to someone at Bexley council?

Customer Contact Centre – 020 8303 7777.

How do I email Bexley council?

email [email protected] (please ensure you quote your address and telephone number to ensure we can handle your complaint appropriately) by letter to The Complaints Team, London Borough of Bexley, 2 Watling Street, Bexleyheath, DA6 7AT. telephone 020 8303 7777. in person at the Civic Offices.

How do I apply for housing benefit in Bexley?

Benefits office customer services You can submit all the necessary documents online to support your claim. You can telephone 0345 302 2317 to ask questions about your entitlement once your claim has been processed. If you need help completing a claim form, you can make a telephone appointment by calling 0345 302 2317.

Are Bexley and Bexleyheath the same place?

Bexleyheath is a town in south-east London, England, located in the historic county of Kent. It had a population of 31,929 as at 2011. Bexleyheath is located 12 miles (19.3 km) south-east of Charing Cross, and forms part of the London Borough of Bexley.

Is Bexley in London or Kent?

The London Borough of Bexley is in south-east London. It’s within the Thames Gateway, an area designated as a national priority for urban regeneration. The borough covers 23 square miles, stretching from the Thames in the north to Kent in the south.

Is Bexleyheath a nice place to live?

Like all areas in the UK, Bexleyheath experiences a certain level of crime, but reassuringly for residents it is well below the average for other comparable areas. Residents also work closely with the local authorities to ensure these rates stay relatively low.

What zone is Bexley?

Zone 6
Lying at the heart of Bexley town centre in southeast London, Bexley station sits within London Travelcard Zone 6, and serves Dartford, Gravesend and Lewisham to the east, and Cannon Street and Charing Cross to the west.

Can I get Housing Benefit and Universal Credit?

Claiming housing costs When you make a new claim for Universal Credit your housing costs will usually be paid as part of your Universal Credit payment. If you are receiving Housing Benefit, the Department for Work and Pensions will contact your local authority to stop your Housing Benefit payments.

How much rent will Universal Credit pay for a single person?

£296.35 a week for single adults who don’t have children, or whose children don’t live with them. it reduces out of London to £384.62 for families or couples and lone parents and for single adults £257.69.

Where should I live in Bexley?

Properties in the borough tend to be a mix of commuter-friendly apartments, large period houses, and smaller semi-detached properties. Some of the best areas in the borough to live include Sidcup, Crayford, and Bexleyheath.

What is Bexley famous for?

Bexley has more than 100 parks and is one of the greenest boroughs in London. You can check out the 200-year-old oak tree and historic house at Danson Park or stroll around the stunning landscaped gardens at Dartford’s Hall Palace.

What is the safest borough in London?

Richmond upon Thames
1: Richmond upon Thames – 60.4 crimes per 1,000 Still number one for London’s lowest crime rate, Richmond is the safest borough in the capital. This perhaps isn’t so surprising, since it feels more like a calm, welcoming village than a London borough.

Do you have a need for housing in Bexley?

Housing need is assessed in accordance with the London Borough of Bexley’s Allocations Scheme. Further information about the scheme is available at Bexley HomeChoice . Those who have left the armed forces in the past five years and other categories relating to service in the armed forces may have a priority need for social housing.

How do I contact Bexley?

email: [email protected] telephone: 0345 302 2317 – 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday

What is the Bexley Council’s disabled facilities grant?

Working in partnership with local landlords to collectively meet Bexley’s growing housing needs in a sustainable and collaborative way If you, or someone you live with, is disabled and your home needs adapting, you may be eligible for a disabled facilities grant

What is the out-of-hours emergency service number for Bexley?

Bexley operates an out-of-hours emergency service evenings and weekends to ensure help is always available. To access the service call 020 8303 7777. We can’t guarantee it, but we’ll try to get back to you within 20 minutes.