Social housing: income limit Delft 2024
The income limit for social housing in Delft determines whether you qualify for an affordable rental property in the social sector. This limit is set nationally, but housing associations in Delft apply strict checks. In 2024, a maximum income applies to rent a social housing property in Delft, so that homes remain available for lower income groups.
What does social housing in Delft mean?
Social housing properties in Delft have a rent price below the liberalisation threshold (approx. €900 in 2024) and are intended for households with limited income. The income limit is the maximum gross annual income that may not be exceeded. This is determined via the Housing Allowance Act and Housing Act.
The limit in Delft depends on:
- Gross income of all household members (including holiday pay and 13th month).
- Household size.
- Local housing association rules (Xyrion, Vestia, Haag Wonen).
Statutory basis in Delft
The rules fall under:
- Housing Act (art. 1.1, 5.1): Regulates social housing allocation.
- Housing Allowance Act (art. 1.1-1.2): Income standards.
- Ministerial decree 2024: Annual adjustment by the Ministry of Housing and Spatial Planning.
Income limits social housing Delft 2024
Below are the current limits for Delft (based on housing associations' allocation rules):
| Number of persons | Max. gross annual income 2024 | Avg. rent price Delft |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | €36,548 | €620 - €780 |
| 2 persons | €49,966 | €720 - €880 |
| 3 persons | €57,677 | €820 - €970 |
| 4 persons | €68,299 | €920 - €1,070 |
| 5+ persons | €78,920 | €1,020 - €1,150 |
NB: Exact verification via Gemeente Delft or housing association websites. Income is reviewed for 2 years back.
Practical examples Delft
Example 1: Single person in Delft
Situation: Mark (32) earns €37,500 gross/year and seeks urgency in Delft.
Result: Exceeds the limit (above €36,548) → no allocation of social housing. Advice: Juridisch Loket Delft.
Example 2: Family Delft
Situation: Van Dijk family (2 adults, 2 children) earns €65,000.
Result: Below limit (€68,299) → chance of housing via Woonnet Rijnmond.
Action in Delft
1. Check income via Rijksoverheid calculator.
2. Register with Woonnet Rijnmond.
3. In case of doubt: Juridisch Loket Delft (015-2563520) or District Court of The Hague.