West Northants Council housing allocation scheme
West Northants Council (WNC) manages the housing allocation scheme for Northamptonshire.
To find out more information about the housing allocation scheme and how to apply please see this Frequently Asked Questions page on the West Northants Council website here or call the Contact Centre on 0300 330 7003.
Find out more information about the housing allocation scheme
A mutual exchange is when you swap homes with another tenant. This can be an easier and quicker way to find a new home.
There are a number of other housing options available to help you find a new home.
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