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How to Complain to Your Housing Association

Pick your landlord to see how to complain, the deadlines it must meet, and which ombudsman to go to if it is not put right. Every guide was checked on the landlord’s own pages and the ombudsman’s website.

Last checked 15 October 2026 Independent guide, not legal advice

The Rules in England

2 stagesevery landlord’s complaints procedure must have exactly two
10 working daysfor a stage 1 reply, after acknowledging within 5
20 working daysfor a stage 2 reply, after acknowledging within 5
12 monthsto go to the Housing Ombudsman after the stage 2 reply

Choose Your Landlord

The figures above come from the Housing Ombudsman. Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland have their own ombudsmen, and each guide below names the right one. Not on the list? Our guide to housing association complaint stages and deadlines works for any landlord.

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