u/ukmallu

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Is £320 cleaning charge normal for a studio in Leeds? (deposit dispute)

Hi everyone,

Just wanted a quick sense check on a deposit issue.

I moved out of a studio flat in Leeds (LS6) and my landlord is claiming £350 total from my £825 deposit via DPS:

  • £320 for cleaning
  • £30 for rubbish removal

For context:

  • I vacuumed before leaving
  • Kitchen counters, hob, sink and shower were clean
  • There may have been some limescale in the toilet
  • I did leave some boxes, bedding and a few small items as the outside bins were full

I am okay with the £30 rubbish charge, but £320 for cleaning feels quite high for a studio.

Also:

  • I paid the deposit on 21 August 2024, but it was only protected on 10 October 2024
  • Landlord has offered to send photos of the studio (I had taken a few when I had moved out).

Just wondering:

  • Is £320 a normal cleaning cost for a studio in Leeds?
  • Has anyone disputed something similar through DPS?
  • Does the late deposit protection make any difference here?

Thanks!

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u/ukmallu — 7 days ago