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Leicester City Council: benefits and support
Leicester combines HSF with the Leicester Hardship Fund. Council Tax Reduction is one of the more generous in England for working-age households on a passport benefit.
370k residents · Unitary authority · Council benefits hub
Last updated (2026-04-21)
Schemes
Household Support Fund / Hardship Fund
Year-roundHousehold Support Fund
Low-income residents experiencing hardship with essentials. Applications through the council’s online form; some targeted outreach for families with children.
Verified 2026-04-21
Discretionary Housing Payment
Year-roundDiscretionary Housing Payment
HB or UC housing-element claimants with a rent gap.
Verified 2026-04-21
Council Tax Support
Year-roundCouncil Tax Reduction
Working-age scheme: up to 100% discount for passported claimants. Pensioners national default.
Verified 2026-04-21