For many families, living in government housing provides easy access to a wealth of community services and amenities such as schools, youth programs, Commissary/Exchange, and food services. This is especially true in overseas locations where you will find yourself dependent on the support facilities and services on the installation much more than those in the U.S. Living within government housing provides a safe and secure place to reside and provides a mentoring and supportive environment for families.
Government housing is provided to military members who meet the appropriate criteria.
This includes:
- Members with dependents authorized to reside with them
- Military-Married-to-Military couples assigned to same or adjacent base and reside jointly
Contact the Housing Management Office (HMO) if you have any questions about the housing eligibility criteria at this location.
RAF Alconbury Housing
We offer government housing in two different locations:
- RAF Alconbury
- Brampton
Our inventory consists of:
CGO 13 2 Bedroom Units
2 4 Bedroom Units
FGO 18 3 Bedroom Units
3 4 Bedroom Units
SOQ 8 4 Bedroom Units
E-9 3 3 Bedroom Units
1 4 Bedroom Unit
SNCO 21 3 Bedroom Units
3 4 Bedroom Units
JNCO 48 2 Bedroom Units
17 3 Bedroom Units
17 4 Bedroom Units
Housing amenities include:
- US spec Washing Machines, Clothes Dryers and Stoves
- UK spec Refrigerators, Dishwashers and Microwaves
- Bedrooms to all units are carpeted
- Tiled lounge area to 38 units
- Carpet to lounge area to 77 units
- Dining areas are either tiled or linoleum
- Dual Voltage: There are both 220v and 110v sockets in the housing units
Restrictions at RAF Alconbury include:
- 2 pets per household
- Exotic pets are not authorized
- Banned breeds are not permitted
- Farm, ranch or wild animals are prohibited
- Water beds may only be assembled in single storey dwellings
- Hand guns are not permitted in the UK
- Shot guns, rifles and BB guns may be stored in MFH as long as they are registered with Security Forces Pass and Registration and the method of storage conforms with UK law.
Applying for Government Housing
If you desire to live in government housing, please submit an advance application for assignment (DD Form 1746) through the HMO at your losing installation with a complete copy of your PCS orders. The effective date of the application is the date you depart your prior installation (including members with TDY enroute) or the date ordered to active duty.
Applications can also be submitted upon arrival during your first visit to the HMO. HMO staff will be able to assist in the completion of the application and will review PCS orders and housing options with you. For walk-in applications, as long as you apply for government housing within 30 days of arrival, you will be placed on the waiting list effective the date you departed from your previous installation. After 30 days, the application date will be the date of the walk-in.
Please be sure your application identifies and includes supporting documentation for an impending promotion or gain of dependents so that you can be placed on the appropriate waiting list.
Community Amenities
- Anthony's Pizza/Subway
- Bank (Credit Union)
- Base Exchange
- Bowling Alley
- Child Development Centre
- Cinema
- Commissary
- Gymnasium
- Hobby Shop
- Library
- Outdoor Recreation Centre
- Post Office
Personal Property Insurance
You need to obtain legal liability and personal property insurance for your possessions and should choose the options and amounts that best fit your needs and lifestyle. It is recommended that you consider including an accidental damage clause as part of your policy. Before purchasing your insurance, please consult the HMO for more information about coverage.
School Information
RAF Alconbury's Elementary School, Middle School and High School can accommodate children of all ages. The schools are within walking distance of the MFH on Alconbury and there is a school bus pick up at MFH area at Brampton. There is a school bus pick up in the majority of the towns and villages families that opt to reside in off base.
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