Seeking a safe home for my canine companion & I

Urgently needing a place for me and my beautiful little furry friend to make our home.... looking for a quiet place, either a Small house or apartment or a studio or 1 bedroom place, ideally with a garden for little onyx to enjoy. Colchester and the surrounding areas are my main search areas however relocating is not a problem for me anywhere in Colchester and surrounding areas, where travel by train or bus is not a problem and local amenities are available to make travel to and from the town centre optional rather than essential are all considered. I am a happily single female, in my 40s, who enjoys listening to music, reading and a good horror movie. I absolutely loves animals, dogs and horses especially!
I currently receive benefits so accepting housing benefit is essential but i can afford up to £900pcm for the perfect place however it would be much better for living in a better financial position ideally I'm looking to spend around £650 which is the amount paid by housing benefit and any additional cost will be out of my budget each month so I can afford to stretch upto another £150/200 towards further rent however for the ideal place
Im desperate for a place to make a home where I can feel safe and secure and relaxed just me and my dog.... I'm looking for somewhere to potentially make a home for a long time if that's an option. , I'm ready with rent and deposit there waiting so please, anyone who can offer me and onyx a safe place, please let me know ASAP, I will be more than happy to answer any questions about myself should you want to know anything please do ask.