Benefits - Mid Suffolk District Council - babergh.gov.uk / midsuffolk.gov.uk

Customer Access Point, Stowmarket, closed

Due to unforeseen circumstances the Customer Access Point in Stowmarket is currently closed.

For any queries please phone Customer Services on 0300 123 4000 or visit one of our other Customer Access Points

Learn about benefits you may be entitled to, as well as budgeting and money management

From 1 April 2026, if you receive certain benefits and you need help paying your rent, apply for a Crisis and Resilience Fund - Housing Payment

Learn how you can make a claim for Housing Benefit or Council Tax Reduction

View your Housing Benefit claim online, and upload supporting evidence via our online form

Landlords can view and manage Housing Benefit they receive, via our online portal

Tell us about a change in circumstances which may affect your Housing Benefit or Council Tax Reduction claim

Upload scanned documents or digital photos to support your claim for Housing Benefit or Council Tax Reduction