How much rent can I claim back in Wyre Forest?
The cap, in local numbers
The ONS puts Wyre Forest’s median room rent at £475/month (sample of 30 rents, Oct 2022–Sep 2023). Against the statutory caps:
| Claim basis | Value | |---|---| | 24 months at the median (offences on/after 1 May 2026) | £11,400 | | 12 months (earlier offences) | £5,700 | | Your actual rent × offence months | the number the tribunal uses |
Then the deductions bite
- Universal Credit housing element paid for you is subtracted — bring every award letter (details).
- Bills included in rent trim the award by the utility share (the *Acheampong v Roman* approach).
- s.44 conduct moves the final number on both sides’ behaviour.
Worked illustration
At the Wyre Forest median room rent with 20% paid via UC and a 10% utility share, a full 24-month claim nets roughly £7,980. With a 25% s.44 conduct reduction: £5,985. Illustrations, not predictions.
Against whom, and where
Welsh properties: Residential Property Tribunal for Wales. A claims agency charging 30% would keep about a third of whatever the number turns out to be; the Casewright pack is £149 flat.
*Reviewed by Sean McNamara against legislation.gov.uk and GOV.UK guidance. Last verified 2026-09-04.*
Ready to claim? The Casewright RRO Pack helps you calculate the rent to reclaim (including Universal Credit and utility deductions), complete Form RRO1, and compile a bookmarked, searchable First-tier Tribunal applicant bundle. It is not a law firm and does not give legal advice. Flat £149 — no percentage of your award.
Reviewed by Sean McNamara against legislation.gov.uk, GOV.UK tribunal guidance and council registers. Last verified: 2026-09-04.