Buying before you've started your police career?

Police officers often face mortgage hurdles despite having stable, permanent employment. Whether you are a probationer, a constable, or a higher rank, we work with lenders who understand police pay structures and will include your full package in affordability calculations.

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Police Mortgage Options
Starting your police career
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Starting as a probationer or student officer? Some lenders will accept your confirmed police service contract and appointment date, so you can secure your home before or shortly after joining the force.

Shift pay and overtime
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Shift allowances, overtime, and housing payments are a significant part of police pay, but many high street lenders won't include them in affordability calculations. We work with specialist lenders who will factor in your full earnings, giving you the borrowing power your income genuinely supports.

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Mortgages into retirement
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Many high street lenders cap lending at 65 or 70, but specialist lenders will look further. They will also consider your police pension as income. Whether you are a serving officer or approaching retirement, we can find the right option for your circumstances.

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Moving to a better deal
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When your fixed rate ends, we search the whole market to find you the best remortgage deal. Most lenders offer free valuations and free legal fees through their appointed solicitor for standard remortgages.

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Schemes that can help you buy
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Alongside police-specific mortgage products, these government schemes may also help you get on the property ladder sooner or with a smaller deposit.

Shared Ownership

Buy 25–75% of a property and pay rent on the rest. Increase your share over time as your income grows.

Right to Buy

Council tenants can purchase their home at a discount — which can act as your deposit.

First Homes Scheme

New-build homes sold to local first-time buyers at a minimum 30% discount, preserved on resale.

Bad Credit Options

CCJs, defaults, IVAs — specialist lenders consider all of these. Don't assume you can't apply.

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Do police officers get special mortgage deals?
When should I get an agreement in principle?
Can trainee or newly qualified police officers get a mortgage?
Can police officers with bad credit get a mortgage?
Should I use a mortgage adviser or go directly to my bank?
Can police officers get buy-to-let mortgages?

For official guidance on police pay and conditions:

College of Policing

Related mortgage advice:

Armed Forces Mortgages
Key Worker Mortgages