Do I need to provide proof of my income or employment?

We normally need evidence showing that your combined annual household income meets our affordability threshold of at least 2.5 times the annual rent. That does not mean you must be employed or provide payslips.

Examples of suitable evidence

• Employed: recent payslips, an employment contract or an employer’s confirmation.
• Self-employed: tax calculations, accounts or an accountant’s letter.
• Retired: pension statements & evidence of regular payments.
• Receiving benefits or support: relevant payment statements or award information.
• Savings: additional evidence of accessible funds, where relevant; savings do not automatically replace the tenant income requirement.
• Starting a job: a signed offer or employment contract, where appropriate.

We may ask for additional information if the documents do not clearly show your financial circumstances. We consider income from different sources & will not reject an English application simply because the applicant receives benefits.

Supply only the documents requested & use the secure submission link provided during referencing. If you have several income sources, explain them rather than submitting incomplete or misleading information.