Briefing: how many people need a social rented home?

Publication type

Report

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Publication date

September 15, 2019

Summary:

We’ve published new research revealing that 8.4 million people across England are waiting for a suitable home.

For the first time, our new research reveals the true extent of the housing crisis in England. It shows that 8.4 million people – that’s one in every seven people – are directly affected by the housing crisis.

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Link

https://www.housing.org.uk/resource-library/browse/8.4-million-people-in-need-of-a-suitable-home-briefing-and-resources/

Notes

Covered by over 20 media outlets

Research by Professor Glen Bramley, Heriot-Watt University, Institute for Social Policy, Housing, Equalities Research

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