Newcastle Private Rented Service Rent Deposit Scheme
Project summary
If you found a place to live but haven’t got enough money for the deposit the Rent Deposit Scheme may be able to help. If you qualify for the Rent Deposit Scheme there is help available which provides a no cash deposit for suitable private rented property in Newcastle
Clients
Who is eligible?
To qualify for the Rent Deposit Guarantee Scheme you must:
- Be aged 16 and over
- Be able to manage a tenancy without support
- Be able to afford the rent
Client services
- Housing Benefit assistance
- Assessment of client needs
- Deposit guarantee
- Rent in advance
- Property inspection
- Practical support for tenants (e.g. advice on setting up tenancy/deposit)
Acquiring of property, maintaining of a tenancy, and client support
How are referrals made
To apply for help from the Rent Deposit Guarantee Scheme you will need you to complete an application form.
If you need help with your application contact Private Rented Service Newcastle on 0191 2771438 or by email - contact details on the right of the screen.
Landlords
Landlord services
Newcastle City Council can provide private landlords with a written guarantee in place of a deposit. The guarantee lasts for up to 12 months and gives tenants time to save a cash deposit to give to the landlord.
Location of landlord's properties
Inside local authority area
Other information
Organisation: Newcastle City Council
Type of organisation: Local Authority
Last updated: 13/05/2026 11:07
Local Authority: Newcastle upon Tyne