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Housing Ombudsman Decisions

18,103 total decisions 13,253 maladministration found 2,407 no maladministration 167 severe cases

Formal casework decisions from the Housing Ombudsman Service on complaints against social landlords in England. Decisions include maladministration findings, reasonable redress, and cases outside jurisdiction.

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Orbit Group Limited (202128656)

30 Nov 2023 Case 202128656 Maladministration ASB/Abuse/Nuisance

The complaint is about the landlord's handling of the resident's reports of anti-social behaviour (ASB), racial harassment, and abuse.

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Peabody Trust (202210638)

30 Nov 2023 Case 202210638 Maladministration ASB/Abuse/Nuisance

The complaint is about the landlord’s: response to the resident’s reports of antisocial behaviour (ASB) from a neighbour; handling of ASB reports made against the resident; decision to restrict the resident’s contact with its service; response to the resident’s reports of poor conduct and discriminatory behaviour by its staff. The …

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Peabody Trust (202217713)

30 Nov 2023 Case 202217713 Maladministration Information and data management

The complaint is about: The landlord's response to the resident’s reports of a roof leak. The Ombudsman has considered the landlord’s complaint handling. The Ombudsman has considered the landlord’s record keeping.

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Sanctuary Housing Association (202208663)

30 Nov 2023 Case 202208663 Maladministration Managing Relations

The complaint is about: The landlord's handling of the resident's reports of damp and mould. The landlord's handling of the resident's reports of wet room and boiler repairs. The landlord's complaint handling.

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Settle Group (202200981)

30 Nov 2023 Case 202200981 Maladministration Estate Management

The complaint is about the landlord’s handling of: a boundary dispute. a dispute involving a garden wall and canopy. the subsequent complaint.

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South Holland District Council (202111751)

30 Nov 2023 Case 202111751 Maladministration Information and data management

The complaint is about the landlord’s handling of: The resident’s kitchen adaptation works. The resident’s complaint. The Ombudsman also assessed the landlord’s record keeping.

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South Kesteven District Council (202204512)

30 Nov 2023 Case 202204512 Maladministration Old Complaints Handling categories

The complaint is about the landlord's handling of: Repairs to the property and the associated delays. The associated complaint.

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Stonewater Limited (202213498)

30 Nov 2023 Case 202213498 Maladministration Managing Relations

The complaint is about the landlord’s handling of: Reports of damp and mould. Reports of damage to the resident’s flooring. The resident’s concerns about staff conduct. The resident’s associated complaint.

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Stonewater Limited (202216988)

30 Nov 2023 Case 202216988 Maladministration Financial

The complaint is about the landlord’s disposal of the resident’s possessions. The Ombudsman has also considered the landlord’s complaint handling.

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Warrington Housing Association Limited (202115582)

30 Nov 2023 Case 202115582 Maladministration Information and data management

The complaint is about the landlord’s handling of: planned maintenance (replacement of kitchen, bathroom, central heating system and re-wiring). repairs to the central heating system. the resident’s reports of damp and mould. The Ombudsman has also investigated the landlord’s: complaint handling. record keeping.

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Clarion Housing Association Limited (202121522)

29 Nov 2023 Case 202121522 Maladministration Managing Relations

The complaint is about the resident’s reports concerning the landlord’s handling of: Its communication not being disability friendly. A complaint made about a member of staff on 24 December 2020. Unscheduled welfare visits. The suitability of the property allocated by the local council. The sign up and move in process. …

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Hackney Council (202117182)

29 Nov 2023 Case 202117182 Maladministration Managing Relations

The complaint is about the landlord’s: Response to the resident’s reports of damp and mould throughout the property. Handling of the resident's reports of a leaking WC. This report also considers the landlord’s complaint handling.

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Irwell Valley Housing Association Limited (202125231)

29 Nov 2023 Case 202125231 Maladministration Managing Relations

The complaint is about the landlord’s handling of: The resident’s reports of ongoing leaks in the property. Outstanding repairs in the property caused by the leaks. The resident’s complaint.

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London Borough of Lambeth (202125494)

29 Nov 2023 Case 202125494 Maladministration Health and Safety (inc. building safety)

The complaint is about the landlord’s handling of: The resident’s reports of floods and concerns about drainage. The resident’s concerns about electrical faults. The resident’s complaints.

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Notting Hill Genesis (NHG) (202205755)

29 Nov 2023 Case 202205755 Maladministration Financial

The complaint concerns the landlord’s handling of: Repairs to the property following flooding. Flood payments made to the resident. Removal of bathroom fittings. The subsequent complaint. Access to undertake fire and smoke alarm checks.

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Optivo (now Southern Housing) (202127594)

29 Nov 2023 Case 202127594 Maladministration Moving/Buying/Selling Home

REPORT COMPLAINT 202127594 Optivo (now Southern Housing) 29 November 2023 Our approach The Housing Ombudsman’s approach to investigating and determining complaints is to decide what is fair in all the circumstances of the […]

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Rooftop Housing Association Limited (202200131)

29 Nov 2023 Case 202200131 Maladministration ASB/Abuse/Nuisance

The complaint is about: The landlord’s handling of the resident’s reports of a broken window, a seized hot water tap, and that her kitchen was in a state of disrepair. The landlord’s handling of the resident’s reports that the main entrance door to the block of flats was insecure and …

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Southampton City Council (202211765)

29 Nov 2023 Case 202211765 Maladministration ASB/Abuse/Nuisance

This complaint is about the landlord’s handling of reports of antisocial behaviour in the resident’s neighbourhood. We have also decided to consider the landlord’s complaint handling as part of this report.

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Stonewater Limited (202229182)

29 Nov 2023 Case 202229182 Maladministration ASB/Abuse/Nuisance

The complaint is about the landlord’s handling of: The resident’s reports of antisocial behaviour (ASB). The ASB reports made about the resident. The complaint. The Ombudsman has also considered the landlord’s record keeping.

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The Riverside Group Limited (202220159)

29 Nov 2023 Case 202220159 Maladministration Managing Relations

The complaint is about the landlord’s handling of the resident’s reports of damp and mould, and subsequent claim for compensation. The Ombudsman has also considered the landlord’s complaint handling.

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Derby City Council (202212102)

28 Nov 2023 Case 202212102 Maladministration Local Authority / ALMO or TMO

REPORT COMPLAINT 202212102 Derby City Council 17 October 2023 Our approach The Housing Ombudsman’s approach to investigating and determining complaints is to decide what is fair in all the circumstances of the case. […]

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Gateshead Metropolitan Borough Council (202128113)

28 Nov 2023 Case 202128113 Maladministration Managing Relations

This complaint is about the landlord’s handling of the resident’s reports of water ingress at his property. The Ombudsman has also considered the landlord’s handling of the associated complaint.

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Hyde Housing Association Limited (202203800)

28 Nov 2023 Case 202203800 Maladministration Managing Relations

This complaint is about the landlord’s handling of: Water leaks into the resident’s flat. The associated complaint.

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Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing (MTV) (202110637)

28 Nov 2023 Case 202110637 Maladministration ASB/Abuse/Nuisance

The complaint is about: The landlord’s response to the resident’s reports of antisocial behaviour (ASB) about a neighbour, following issue of tenancy warnings. The landlord’s complaint handling.

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Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing (MTV) (202219573)

28 Nov 2023 Case 202219573 Maladministration Health and Safety (inc. building safety)

The complaint is about the landlord’s: Handling of reports of a faulty smoke ventilation system. Handling of reports of a faulty relay system. Complaint handling.

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Ocean Housing Limited (202318909)

28 Nov 2023 Case 202318909 Maladministration ASB/Abuse/Nuisance

The complaint is about the landlord’s: Handling of the resident’s reports concerning antisocial behaviour. Complaint handling.

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Southwark Council (202120712)

28 Nov 2023 Case 202120712 Maladministration ASB/Abuse/Nuisance

The complaint is about the landlord's handling of reports of antisocial behaviour (ASB) about a neighbour, and its response to counter reports received about the resident. The Ombudsman has also considered the landlord’s complaint handling and record keeping.

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Wandle Housing Association Limited (202223139)

28 Nov 2023 Case 202223139 Maladministration Old Property Condition migrated-2025

REPORT COMPLAINT 202223139 Wandle Housing Association Limited 28 November 2023 Our approach The Housing Ombudsman’s approach to investigating and determining complaints is to decide what is fair in all the circumstances of the […]

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Orbit Group Limited (202225435)

27 Nov 2023 Case 202225435 Maladministration Managing Relations

The complaint is about the landlord’s handling of: The resident’s report of leaks, blockages, and drainage issues Repairs to the boiler. Damp and mould in the bathroom. The complaint.

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Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (202120447)

27 Nov 2023 Case 202120447 Maladministration Financial

The complaint is about the landlord’s handling of the resident's: Requests for major works information. Concerns about workmanship quality.

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Southern Housing Group Limited (202117230)

27 Nov 2023 Case 202117230 Maladministration Managing Relations

The complaint is about the landlord’s handling of: The residents reports of water ingress into the property. The associated remedial works. This Service has also considered the landlord’s complaint handling.

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Wandle Housing Association Limited (202124591)

27 Nov 2023 Case 202124591 Maladministration Managing Relations

The complaint is about: The landlord’s handling of the condition of the resident’s new home. The landlord's refusal to carry out work to the bathroom. The Ombudsman has also considered the landlord’s complaint handling in this case.

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Guinness Trust (202221101)

24 Nov 2023 Case 202221101 Maladministration Old Property Condition migrated-2025

The complaint is about the landlord’s response to the resident’s reports of damp and mould and the associated repairs.

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Orbit Group Limited (202223344)

24 Nov 2023 Case 202223344 Maladministration Managing Relations

The complaint is about the landlord’s response to the resident's reports of damp, mould and outstanding repairs. This report will also look at the landlord’s: Complaint handling; Record keeping.

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Camden Council (202208606)

23 Nov 2023 Case 202208606 Maladministration Old Property Condition migrated-2025

The complaint is about the landlord’s response to the resident’s reports of leaks from the property above.

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Lambeth Council (202115517)

23 Nov 2023 Case 202115517 Maladministration Financial

The complaint is about the landlord’s: Response to the resident’s concerns in relation to paying service charges for services not being provided or not being provided to a satisfactory level related to: CCTV monitoring and footage request; Cleaning, window cleaning and ground maintenance of the estate; Major works. Response to …

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A2Dominion Housing Group Limited (202201426)

21 Nov 2023 Case 202201426 Maladministration Estate Management

The complaint is about the landlord’s handling of the resident’s concerns about the communal cleaning service.

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Housing Solutions (202120691)

21 Nov 2023 Case 202120691 Maladministration Managing Relations

The complaint is about the landlord's handling of repairs to a defective heating and hot water system. The Service has also considered the landlord’s complaint handling.

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Paragon Asra Housing Limited (202216637)

21 Nov 2023 Case 202216637 Maladministration Managing Relations

The complaint is about: The landlord’s handling of planned works to refurbish the resident’s bathroom and the resident’s reports of damage. The Ombudsman has considered the landlord’s complaint handling.

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The Guinness Partnership Limited (202212916)

20 Nov 2023 Case 202212916 Maladministration Managing Relations

The complaint is about; The landlord’s handling of a leak in the resident’s property. The landlord’s handling of the associated complaint.

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Westward Housing Group Limited (202113399)

20 Nov 2023 Case 202113399 Maladministration Managing Relations

The complaint is about the landlord’s: handling of repairs to the resident’s property (flooring, hot water tank and stopcock). response to the resident’s concerns about the conduct of its contractor. complaint handling.

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Birmingham City Council (202210771)

17 Nov 2023 Case 202210771 Maladministration ASB/Abuse/Nuisance

The complaint is about the landlord’s handling of the resident’s reports of anti-social behaviour (ASB) and racial abuse. The Ombudsman has also considered the landlord’s complaint handling.

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GreenSquareAccord Limited (202229698)

17 Nov 2023 Case 202229698 Maladministration Managing Relations

This is about the landlord’s handing of: Remedial works at the property. The landlord’s communication about the resident’s proposed temporary and permanent moves. The associated complaint.

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A2Dominion Housing Group Limited (202223460)

16 Nov 2023 Case 202223460 Maladministration Old Property Condition migrated-2025

The complaint is about the landlord’s response to the resident’s reports of water hammer noise.

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Stoke-on-Trent City Council (202216660)

16 Nov 2023 Case 202216660 Maladministration Managing Relations

The complaint is about the landlord's handling of the resident’s reports of cracks appearing in the walls of the property. This investigation has also considered the landlord’s complaint handling.

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Clarion Housing Association Limited (202208784)

15 Nov 2023 Case 202208784 Maladministration Managing Relations

The complaint is about: The landlord's response to reports of a leak from the resident's toilet. The landlord's handling of the resident's reports of a leak from the property above. The Ombudsman has also investigated the landlord’s complaint handling.

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Housing For Women (202113495)

15 Nov 2023 Case 202113495 Maladministration Financial

The complaint is about the landlord’s response to the resident’s service charge enquiries. The Ombudsman has also considered the landlord’s complaint handling.

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London Borough of Barking and Dagenham (202206884)

15 Nov 2023 Case 202206884 Maladministration Information and data management

The complaint is about the landlord’s: Handling of repairs to fix a leaking roof. Complaints handling. Knowledge and information management.

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Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing (MTV) (202216051)

15 Nov 2023 Case 202216051 Maladministration Managing Relations

The complaint is about the landlord’s handling of: The bathroom repair works carried out by the landlord’s contractor and the conduct of its operative. The associated complaint. Reported damage to flooring caused by the contractor’s operative.

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Islington Council (202217372)

14 Nov 2023 Case 202217372 Maladministration Managing Relations

The complaint is about: The landlord’s handling of repairs to a faulty centrifugal fan. The landlord’s complaint handling.

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Decisions by year and outcome · full collection with a recorded date
Decision yearMaladministrationNo maladministrationOther
2019100
2020604235
2021875557544
20221,092468400
20232,222384269
20243,021247272
20254,469512708
20261,513197215

Maladministration includes partial and severe maladministration. Values are counts of published decisions.

Landlords with most published decisions

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Clarion Housing Association Limited 919
London & Quadrant Housing Trust 634
Peabody Trust 597
London & Quadrant Housing Trust (L&Q) 488
Sanctuary Housing Association 410
Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing (MTV) 354

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