Tenancy fraud: what to look out for

This means fewer homes are available for people who really need them. 

Tenancy fraud can include things like sub-letting without permission, not telling the truth when applying for a home, or living in a home after someone has passed away or moved out without the right to do so. 

While tenancy fraud is not always easy to spot, here are some things you should look out for:

• A sudden change in who’s living in the home 

• Someone being vague about who lives in the property or their relationship with them 

• Increased anti-social behaviour at the property 

• If your neighbour’s passed away and a friend or family member’s now living in the home 

• The home seems to be abandoned 

• Different people staying at the property for short periods 

Identifying it helps free up homes for families who truly need them. If you think someone is committing tenancy fraud or you’ve concerns, please get in touch and we can look into it. All reports will be treated confidentially. Thank you for your support!