HOUSING

Temporary housing figures hit new high

The number of people living in temporary accommodation has reached a new record level.

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By Martin Ford | 30 April 2025
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The number of people living in temporary accommodation has reached a new record level.

Official statistics published today showed 127,890 households were in temporary housing at the end of December, an increase of 13.6% on the previous year.

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