The calculators here are to help you work out your budget so you can manage in your new home. Please note that if you are renting from a private landlord (in other words not from a Council, ALMO or Housing Association), any housing benefit is based on a set local rental figure based on the property size and price that is regarded as suitable for your household needs. This is called the Local Housing Allowance. To find out the Local Housing Allowances for your area, click here.