Where to start with leaving

[Purpleturtle2021]

I currently live with my ex partner and 4 children in a house solely owned by my ex partner. I need to move out as our relationship is over, today things went too far verbally and I am feeling very hurt and I need to leave soon. I don’t know where to start. I have no income, no family nearby and no savings. I need to find a house but to do that I’ll need financial help. Can I claim universal credit whilst living with my ex partner? The money would be used to fund a house, deposit and rent. Should I email letting agents to explain my situation? Can I apply for a house then claim universal credit? I’m really confused over what to do.

Provided you live separately within the house then yes you can claim UC it means no shared shopping, cooking, laundry etc. They may push back and say you can't but you can.

Speak to your local council housing officer explain that the relationship has ended and tipping into abuse and do they have rent deposit schemes, get your name on the housing list serif they can help with private rental.

If he starts getting abusive speak to woman's aid and shelter to find out your rights.