Housing officers Salary
Median salary £32,542 per year (2025). Based on ONS ASHE data.
About this role
Housing officers manage social housing tenancies, allocations and neighbourhood services. They handle lettings, rent collection, anti-social behaviour, tenancy sustainment and work to ensure tenants maintain their homes and communities.
Key responsibilities
- Managing housing allocations and lettings processes
- Collecting rent and managing arrears
- Handling anti-social behaviour complaints and enforcement
- Supporting tenants to sustain their tenancies
- Conducting estate inspections and managing repairs
Qualifications and entry routes
Typically requires a degree or professional qualification from CIH (Chartered Institute of Housing). CIH membership and chartership are the professional standards. Many enter through trainee or graduate schemes.
Career outlook
Steady demand driven by social housing management needs. Homelessness, affordable housing and supported living are growth areas.
Key skills
Common industries
- Housing associations
- Local authority housing
- Arms-length management organisations
- Supported housing
- Private rented sector
Data coverage
Median Salary
£32,542
Mean Salary
£32,016
Jobs (000s)
45k
Data Years
5 years
Salary Range (2025)
Estimated Career Progression
Based on salary percentile distribution for this occupation
Entry Level
£19,330
0-2 years
Mid Level
£25,873
3-7 years
Senior
£37,821
8-15 years
Potential career growth: +96% from entry to leadership
Salary Trend (2021-2025)
Gender Pay Comparison (2025)
Gender pay gap: 2.5%
Full-time vs All Employees (2025)
All Employees
£32,542
Full-time Only
£34,688
Full-time premium: +£2,146
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