Last updated: 24 December 2025

Next review: 24 December 2026

What details do you need to create an account?

You’ll need the following details to create an account for the resident portal:

  • your full name
  • date of birth
  • payment reference number*
  • email address linked to your NEC housing account or mobile number  

*Your payment reference can be found in the top right-hand corner of your annual rent letter or on your quarterly rent statement; it is either six or eight digits long.  

Step-by-step guide on setting up your account in the portal

  1. Select “Create an account” 

  2. Enter your name, date of birth, and payment reference number. 

  3. Enter your email address and password. 

  4. You will receive a verification code to your email address or mobile - check your email or mobile device for the verification code and enter it. 

  5. Choose your privacy settings and multi-factor authentication settings.  

  6. Enter your second verification code.   

  7. Confirm your trusted device. You only need to do this once. 

  8. Set your account contact preferences.   

  9. Your account is now complete. 

You will be able to access the portal through any digital device; however, it's designed to automatically to look its best when using a PC, tablet or phone. 

How to create an account in the new resident portal

How to log in to the resident portal

Residents share why they signed up to the portal

Frequently asked questions

Creating an account: council tenants 

Can anyone in my household create an account for the portal?  No. Only the named tenant(s) can create the account.  
What if I’m a joint tenant, can I register for the portal?  Yes, joint tenants can register too.  
I live in a Tenant Management Organisation (TMO) home. Can I create an account? Yes, you can create an account if you are a council tenant living in a TMO home.