Relocation - Within the Wakefield District

Transfers

If you're already a WDH tenant and you want to move to another part of the district, or you want to move to a different house or flat, you can apply for a 'transfer' by applying for membership of the Homesearch scheme.

Exchange homes with someone else

You can swap (exchange) homes with other WDH tenants or tenants from other Councils or Housing Associations providing you both have written permission from your landlords. as there are certain conditions you must meet for an exchange to go ahead, for example a clear rent account. Please click on the link to view the WDH Mutual Exchange.

WDH have now joined up with House Exchange, a national home exchange provider, to give access to their mutual exchange service. The scheme is free to qualifying Wakefield and District tenants. Simply click on the link, register your details and look for exchanges www.houseexchange.org.uk.

House Exchange have created a series of ‘How to’ guides to help you navigate the website and assist in answering common queries. These videos are uploaded to the House Exchange YouTube channel, which can be accessed by the following link: https://clarionhg.sharefile.com/d-s85171ad11b0247149aefc54357d8c1c1.