Your Rights for Housing Disrepair Claims Against South Cambridgeshire District Council

What you need to know

  • South Cambridgeshire District Council provides and manages rental council housing across villages and communities surrounding Cambridge. As the landlord, the Council has a legal duty to make sure its homes are safe, secure, and properly maintained.

  • When these responsibilities are not met, tenants may find themselves living in unsuitable or even unsafe conditions which can affect health, damage belongings, and make homes difficult to live in.

  • At Premier Legal Assist, we work with tenants who are facing housing disrepair. We connect you with solicitors who specialise in disrepair claims against councils like South Cambridgeshire District Council. All claims are handled on a no-win, no-fee basis.

Find out if you’re eligible to claim against the Council for repairs and compensation.

Based on the past 6 months' average settlement, the average compensation claim is worth £1,895 – start yours today!

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What Counts as Housing Disrepair?

Housing disrepair is when your rented home is left in an unsafe, unhealthy, or unsuitable state because repairs have not been carried out within a reasonable time after being reported. This is more than just inconvenience; disrepair can make your home difficult to live in, affect your health, and cause damage to your belongings.

This might mean damp and mould that spread into bedrooms and living areas, or heating and hot water systems that break down and remain unfixed during the colder months. Leaks from roofs, pipes, or guttering can damage ceilings and walls, while unsafe electrics such as faulty wiring or exposed sockets can pose a serious hazard. Structural problems, cracked walls, and defective fittings may make your home unstable, while broken doors and windows can leave your property insecure and vulnerable to theft.

If you’ve reported these kinds of issues and complaints to South Cambridgeshire Council and they haven’t been properly resolved, or they keep returning, you may have grounds for a housing disrepair claim. Our panel of specialist housing law solicitors can manage the entire process for you, from evidence gathering to legal action if required. 

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Common repair issues that could be part of a housing disrepair claim:

  • Mould, fungus or damp
  • Leaks, flooding or water damage
  • Cracks and structural damage
  • Defective roofing or gutters
  • Defective brickwork
  • Insect infestations
  • Faulty plumbing, heating and broken boiler
  • Vermin infestations
  • Electrical faults
  • Broken doors, windows and locks
  • Housing Ombudsman claims

If South Cambridgeshire Council has failed to act after you reported these problems, you may be entitled to claim compensation and enforce repairs.

All claims are handled on a no-win, no-fee basis. 

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South Cambridgeshire Council Disrepair Claims FAQs

Yes. If you’ve reported repair complaints such as damp, mould, leaks, heating faults, or unsafe electrics and they haven’t been sorted in a reasonable time, you may have a case. Even if some work has been carried out, if the issues keep returning or weren’t properly fixed, you may still qualify for compensation. We can provide a free consultation to review your situation and explain your options.

Premier Legal Assist is a claims management company. You do not need to use a claims management company to make your complaint; you can complain to your landlord or refer it to the Housing Ombudsman yourself for free. 

First, complete our online claim form describing the disrepair issue and how long it has been ongoing. If your case is eligible, we will refer you to one of our panel housing law solicitors. The solicitor may arrange an independent inspection, gather photos or medical records if needed, and send a formal legal notice to the Council. If the Council still fails to carry out repairs, the solicitor can take the matter to Court.

We connect tenants with solicitors who are specialists in housing disrepair law. They understand the legal responsibilities of councils like South Cambridgeshire.

If your case is eligible, with our help, you can:

  • Enforce repairs that the Council has delayed or ignored
  • Claim compensation for health impacts, damaged belongings, or inconvenience
  • Receive professional support throughout the process, with no upfront cost

Premier Legal Assist is a claims management company that focuses on helping housing tenants enforce their rights. While the council complaints process and Housing Ombudsman can be helpful, legal action is often more direct and effective. 

There is no upfront fee for assessing your case. If your claim is successful, legal fees (usually 25% of the compensation) will be deducted from the total awarded.

Full details of fees will be disclosed in the paperwork you receive from the law firm handling your case. Termination fees may apply if you end the agreement with your solicitor outside of the 14-day cancellation period. 

It depends on the type of disrepair, how long it has been ongoing, and how the Council responds once legal action starts. Some cases can be resolved quickly if the Council acts after legal notice, while others take longer if they proceed to court. Your solicitor will provide an estimated timescale after reviewing your case. 

If one of our panel solicitors takes on your case, they will explain the options available to you. If your claim is successful, compensation may cover: 

  • Health problems linked to damp, mould, or unsafe conditions 
  • Damage to personal belongings such as furniture, clothing, or electrical goods
  • Loss of use of rooms in your home
  • Stress, inconvenience, and disruption to your daily life 

The Housing Ombudsman is an independent service that investigates complaints about landlords like South Cambridgeshire Council. If you've gone through the Council's complaints process and are still dissatisfied, you can escalate your case to the Ombudsman.

The Ombudsman may recommend that repairs are carried out or that compensation is paid, but their decisions are not legally binding. If you need guaranteed, enforceable repairs or legally binding compensation, legal action through a solicitor is often the stronger option. Premier Legal Assist can connect you with specialist solicitors who work on a no-win, no-fee basis. 

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If you are a South Cambridgeshire Council tenant living with unresolved reported repair issues, you don’t have to accept poor housing conditions. If your case is eligible, with our help, you can secure both the repairs you need and the compensation you deserve.

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Our Client Commitment

At Premier Legal Assist, we’re here to make sure your voice is heard.

We are committed to:

  • Listening to you and treating your concerns with respect and understanding.
  • Acting quickly and fairly to assess your case and connect you with experienced housing disrepair solicitors.
  • Keeping things clear by explaining your options in plain English and avoiding technical legal jargon.
  • Supporting you throughout the claims process – no pressure, no upfront costs, no time wasting.
  • Respecting your privacy by protecting your personal data.
  • Putting your well-being first, helping you achieve the safe and secure home you deserve.

Because everyone has the right to a home that’s safe, secure, and fit to live in.

Important Information

Premier Legal Assist is a claims management company. You do not need to use a claims management company to make your complaint, you can complain to the organisation you are complaining about directly. If the issue is not resolved, you can refer it to the relevant independent Ombudsman service for free.