If you can’t afford to rent a home in the private sector or buy a home on the open market, then you may be eligible to live in one of our rented homes.

The best place to start is to contact your local council’s housing department and register with them, as in most areas the local council administers housing allocations.

To do this you need to find out which local authority you are in. You can do this by visiting the Government Website's Local Authority Finder.  They will be able to advise you on the application process.

You may also find it helpful to visit your local council section on the Direct Gov website.

If you want to live in the East Midlands or the north of England, you can also apply direct to Guinness Northern Counties. They operate a direct waiting list for some types of property.

Our shared ownership homes are a great way to get your foot of the housing ladder, so if you fancy part-buying a home, please contact our sales team at Guinness Homes on 0844 8002020. Alternatively you can visit the Guinness Homes website.