{"id":6520,"date":"2023-05-29T19:32:11","date_gmt":"2023-05-29T19:32:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.credit-score.com\/blog\/?p=6520"},"modified":"2023-06-01T13:28:27","modified_gmt":"2023-06-01T13:28:27","slug":"what-credit-score-do-you-need-to-buy-a-house","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.check.co.uk\/blog\/homes\/first-time-buyers\/what-credit-score-do-you-need-to-buy-a-house\/","title":{"rendered":"What Credit Score Do You Need to Buy a House?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>When purchasing a house in the UK through a mortgage, you do not necessarily need a minimum credit score, but it is essential to have a credit score that meets the lenders&#8217; requirements to qualify for a mortgage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lenders have different approaches to risk, so the score you need may vary depending on the lender. Some lenders may require higher scores than others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>This article will explain how credit scores operate and the minimum score typically needed for purchasing a house.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-\">&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_79_2 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">What&#039;s Included?<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.check.co.uk\/blog\/homes\/first-time-buyers\/what-credit-score-do-you-need-to-buy-a-house\/#What_is_a_credit_score\" >What is a credit score?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.check.co.uk\/blog\/homes\/first-time-buyers\/what-credit-score-do-you-need-to-buy-a-house\/#What_is_a_good_credit_score\" >What is a good credit score?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.check.co.uk\/blog\/homes\/first-time-buyers\/what-credit-score-do-you-need-to-buy-a-house\/#What_is_a_bad_credit_score_and_how_will_it_affect_my_chances_of_getting_a_mortgage\" >What is a bad credit score, and how will it affect my chances of getting a mortgage?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.check.co.uk\/blog\/homes\/first-time-buyers\/what-credit-score-do-you-need-to-buy-a-house\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-a-credit-score\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_credit_score\"><\/span>What is a credit score?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your credit score is determined by the three credit reference agencies, Experian, Equifax and TransUnion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Each agency has its scoring system, so you will receive different scores from each one. For instance, your Experian score will be rated out of 999, your Equifax score will be out of 700, and TransUnion&#8217;s score will be out of 710.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Credit agencies may provide different scores, but it won&#8217;t matter if their information about you is accurate. This won&#8217;t impact your borrowing capability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lenders will need a higher credit score to approve your mortgage application if you have a smaller mortgage deposit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-a-good-credit-score\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_good_credit_score\"><\/span>What is a good credit score?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Each credit reference agency has its definition of a &#8216;good&#8217; credit score. Experian considers a score of 700 or more good, while a score of 800 or more is excellent. On the other hand, an excellent score with Equifax is generally around 475.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>TransUnion provides a credit score rating of five based on your credit score. If your score falls between 628 and 710, you will receive the highest rating of 5, considered excellent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lenders are more willing to lend to individuals with high scores as they perceive them as less risky borrowers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-a-bad-credit-score-and-how-will-it-affect-my-chances-of-getting-a-mortgage\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_bad_credit_score_and_how_will_it_affect_my_chances_of_getting_a_mortgage\"><\/span>What is a bad credit score, and how will it affect my chances of getting a mortgage?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A low credit score increases the chances of your mortgage application being rejected. Nevertheless, if your score is lower than expected, it does not necessarily mean your mortgage application will automatically decline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you apply for a mortgage, lenders consider several factors besides your credit score. It can be beneficial if you have a positive history as their customer, a stable income that can cover monthly repayments easily, and a substantial deposit of at least 10% of the property value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have experienced credit issues, you may still be eligible for a mortgage from a lender specialising in such situations. It is advisable to seek expert guidance to determine which lenders suit your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle wp-block-ub-content-toggle-block\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-block-bd65195b-d268-47ac-a52d-e8e331255ac8\" data-mobilecollapse=\"false\" data-desktopcollapse=\"true\" data-preventcollapse=\"false\" data-showonlyone=\"false\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #4185f8;\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #4185f8;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-bd65195b-d268-47ac-a52d-e8e331255ac8\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-bd65195b-d268-47ac-a52d-e8e331255ac8\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF; \">1. What is a good credit score to buy a house?<\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-bd65195b-d268-47ac-a52d-e8e331255ac8\">\n\n<p>A good credit score to buy a house is typically in the high 600s and 700s. Anything higher than that is considered \u201cexceptional\u201d, and helps borrowers get the very best mortgage rates. \u00b9<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #4185f8;\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #4185f8;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-1-bd65195b-d268-47ac-a52d-e8e331255ac8\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-bd65195b-d268-47ac-a52d-e8e331255ac8\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF; \">2. What is the minimum credit score needed to buy a house?<\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-1-bd65195b-d268-47ac-a52d-e8e331255ac8\">\n\n<p>There isn\u2019t a minimum credit score required for buying a house which means your score will vary between lenders. The majority of top credit rating agencies have 5 categories for credit scores: excellent, good, fair, poor and very poor. Ultimately, the higher your credit score, the better the chance of getting the mortgage you need. \u00b2<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #4185f8;\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #4185f8;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-2-bd65195b-d268-47ac-a52d-e8e331255ac8\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-bd65195b-d268-47ac-a52d-e8e331255ac8\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF; \">3. How does my credit rating affect my mortgage rate?<\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-2-bd65195b-d268-47ac-a52d-e8e331255ac8\">\n\n<p>Your credit rating can have a significant impact on your mortgage rate. The better your credit rating, the lower your mortgage rate is likely to be. \u00b3<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #4185f8;\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #4185f8;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-3-bd65195b-d268-47ac-a52d-e8e331255ac8\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-bd65195b-d268-47ac-a52d-e8e331255ac8\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF; \">4. What interest rate can I expect with my credit score?<\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-3-bd65195b-d268-47ac-a52d-e8e331255ac8\">\n\n<p>The interest rate you can expect with your credit score will depend on a number of factors including the lender you choose and the type of mortgage you are applying for. However, as a general rule of thumb, the higher your credit score, the lower your interest rate is likely to be. \u00b3<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #4185f8;\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #4185f8;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-4-bd65195b-d268-47ac-a52d-e8e331255ac8\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-bd65195b-d268-47ac-a52d-e8e331255ac8\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF; \">5. Should I check my credit report and score before looking for houses?<\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-4-bd65195b-d268-47ac-a52d-e8e331255ac8\">\n\n<p>Yes, it\u2019s always a good idea to check your credit report and score before looking for houses. This will give you an idea of where you stand and whether there are any issues that need to be addressed before you apply for a mortgage. \u00b3<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #4185f8;\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #4185f8;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-5-bd65195b-d268-47ac-a52d-e8e331255ac8\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-bd65195b-d268-47ac-a52d-e8e331255ac8\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF; \">6. What can I do if my credit score is too low?<\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-5-bd65195b-d268-47ac-a52d-e8e331255ac8\">\n\n<p>If your credit score is too low, there are several things you can do to improve it including paying off outstanding debts, making sure you are on the electoral roll, and avoiding applying for too much credit at once. \u2074<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #4185f8;\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #4185f8;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-6-bd65195b-d268-47ac-a52d-e8e331255ac8\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-bd65195b-d268-47ac-a52d-e8e331255ac8\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF; \">7. How long does it take to improve my credit score?<\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-6-bd65195b-d268-47ac-a52d-e8e331255ac8\">\n\n<p>The length of time it takes to improve your credit score will depend on how much work needs to be done. However, as a general rule of thumb, it can take around 6 months to see an improvement in your credit score if you are taking steps to improve it. \u2074<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #4185f8;\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #4185f8;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-7-bd65195b-d268-47ac-a52d-e8e331255ac8\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-bd65195b-d268-47ac-a52d-e8e331255ac8\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF; \">8. Can I still get a mortgage with bad credit?<\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-7-bd65195b-d268-47ac-a52d-e8e331255ac8\">\n\n<p>Yes, it is still possible to get a mortgage with bad credit but it may be more difficult and you may have to pay higher interest rates as a result. \u2075<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #4185f8;\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #4185f8;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-8-bd65195b-d268-47ac-a52d-e8e331255ac8\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-bd65195b-d268-47ac-a52d-e8e331255ac8\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF; \">9. How can I improve my chances of getting approved for a mortgage?<\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-8-bd65195b-d268-47ac-a52d-e8e331255ac8\">\n\n<p>To improve your chances of getting approved for a mortgage, you should make sure that your finances are in order, avoid applying for too much credit at once, and work on improving your credit score if necessary.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #4185f8;\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #4185f8;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-9-bd65195b-d268-47ac-a52d-e8e331255ac8\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-bd65195b-d268-47ac-a52d-e8e331255ac8\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF; \">10. What should I do if I am struggling to get approved for a mortgage?<\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #FFFFFF;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-9-bd65195b-d268-47ac-a52d-e8e331255ac8\">\n\n<p>If you are struggling to get approved for a mortgage, you should speak to an independent financial advisor who can help you understand your options and find the right solution for your needs.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">References:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\">\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">Credit Score to Buy A House: Best to Minimum Score Needed | Zillow. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zillow.com\/mortgage-learning\/mortgage-credit-scores\">https:\/\/www.zillow.com\/mortgage-learning\/mortgage-credit-scores<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">Do I Need a Credit Score to Buy a House? | Charcol. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.charcol.co.uk\/news-and-opinions\/ask-the-mortgage-experts\/do-i-need-a-credit-score-to-buy-a-house-10611\">https:\/\/www.charcol.co.uk\/news-and-opinions\/ask-the-mortgage-experts\/do-i-need-a-credit-score-to-buy-a-house-10611<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">What credit score do I need to get a mortgage? | Finder UK. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/credit-score-to-buy-house\">https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/credit-score-to-buy-house<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">What credit score is needed to buy a house? | Equifax UK. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.equifax.co.uk\/resources\/mortgage\/what-credit-score-is-needed-to-buy-a-house.html\">https:\/\/www.equifax.co.uk\/resources\/mortgage\/what-credit-score-is-needed-to-buy-a-house.html<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"When purchasing a house in the UK through a mortgage, you do not necessarily need a minimum credit score, but it is essential to have a credit score that meets the lenders&#8217; requirements to qualify for a\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":7266,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[475],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-6520","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-first-time-buyers"},"acf":[],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/www.check.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/RAJune20237.jpg","author_info":{"display_name":"Credit Score UK","author_link":"https:\/\/www.check.co.uk\/blog\/author\/coco\/"},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>What Credit Score Do You Need to Buy a House? - Credit-Score<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Discover What Credit Score Do You Need to Buy a House. 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