Allocations Scrutiny – what we did and what’s changing

In October, we invited customers to help us review how we allocate homes. More than 20 customers joined two sessions to look at the entire process from start to finish, including:

  • Housing Jigsaw – our online system where we advertise available properties
  • Our allocations webpage
  • Property adverts and labels
  • Viewings
  • How customers are placed into different bands

During the review, customers shared some fantastic ideas, and we’re already working on improvements:

  • Better communication – Let customers know if they weren’t chosen for a viewing or didn’t get the property, and make it easier to reschedule if they’re next in line but have other commitments.
  • More notice for viewings – Give extra time and share updates through different channels.
  • Advertise homes closer to viewing dates – So photos are up to date and waiting times are shorter.
  • Clearer bidding process – Make sure customers understand how it works and only bid if they’re genuinely interested.
  • Moving out checklist – Show what should be left in the property when someone moves out and include this in the advert.
  • Less paperwork for our team – Streamlining processes behind the scenes.

We're working to have all improvements made by 2025 - 2026.

We rely on customer insight to help us improve processes and create better experiences. Want to get involved in future reviews? Email us at customer.involvement@gentoogroup.com and we’ll be in touch.

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