what is the lockleaze Local Lettings Policy?
The Lockleaze Local Lettings Policy applies to all newly built homes for social and affordable rent in the Lockleaze ward.
It means that 50% of these properties could be allocated to people with a connection to Lockleaze, under the criteria established by the local community.
This policy can increase your chances of being allocated a home in the area, supporting you to remain in your community.
Since the policy was developed by Lockleaze Neighbourhood Trust and our community in 2023, we’ve been working to make sure it is executed properly. Based on feedback and reviews, we’ve worked with the Bristol City Council to create a clearer process to make sure your application is considered under the policy.
Keep reading to find out if you are eligible and what you need to do next.
Are You Eligible?
You must meet at least one of these criteria:
- You live in Lockleaze and can demonstrate that you have lived here for 2 years continuously
- You have worked in Lockleaze for a minimum of 16 hours per week for at least 2 years
- You are currently homeless or in temporary housing and the last place that you lived was Lockleaze, for at least 2 years
- You have moved out of the area in the last 2 years, are still in housing need and previously lived in Lockleaze for at least 2 years
What Do You Do NExt?
1. Check your HomeChoice account is up to date:
- You must be in housing need as defined by HomeChoice and on the register.
- You must be active on the register. Bands 1 & 2 must bid every 6 months, and bands 3 & 4 must bid every 12 months and have not refused more than 2 offers.
2. Check your account if you need to submit any documents as evidence, including evidence of your eligibility for the Local Lettings Policy.
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3. On the last page of your application, in the box below, you must state that you are under the Lockleaze LLP and which criteria you fulfill.
4. Make sure you understand how the HomeChoice system works. Make sure you understand the consequences of not bidding and not having an active account etc. For further details of HomeChoice requirements see BCC’s guidance. Contact your housing officer if you still have further questions about HomeChoice.
For more information please read the factsheet here or the full policy.
To read about how the policy was developed click here.
NOTE: From 20th October 2025 to 4th November 2025, there will be no bidding while HomeChoice is updated. Find out more on the HomeChoice website.