Affordable Homes in South West
When it comes to affordable housing the South West of England may not be the first location that springs to mind.The South West of England is comprised with some of the most expensive places to live in the UK.
It is not only expensive in the South West but it is also home to some of the fastest growing towns and cities in the UK, which are not only popular with commuters but can also be incredibly rural.
When it comes to housing needs the South West takes up a lot of the government’s resources because of the size of the area it covers.
Nine regions in all fall into the South West zone, these include Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, along with Devon, Dorset, Gloucestershire and Somerset and Wiltshire.
Bristol, Bath and North East Somerset as well as Swindon, Plymouth and Bournemouth also fall under the government’s responsibilities for housing in the South West.
Access To Affordable Housing
One of the main challenges for the government is keeping the persona of the South West of England while still meeting the needs of locals in the area.Many people already living in the South West do not want to see affordable housing in the shape of unattractive bland apartments or high-rise building blocks, so the government and developers must keep in mind the character of the area when building affordable housing.
The South West is a popular holiday destination for people in the UK and many people try to put second or holiday homes in the South West. The government must be careful to balance the demand for holiday homes along with the need for affordable housing. There has been a lot of debate over whether there should be a restriction on the number of properties that are made available to people who only wish to spend a few weeks or months in certain places in the South West.
Schemes Underway In The South West
The government is working on a number of projects in the South West, one of which is in Pool in Cornwall, which will bring new homes and jobs to the area.One of the largest developments that is underway in the South West is in Millbay, Plymouth, the scheme will provide around 1,300 homes with 25% set aside for affordable housing.
Finding affordable housing in the South West can be challenging as the area is one of the most expensive places to live in the UK. It is not impossible though to find affordable housing, like with a lot of affordable homebuy schemes it helps if you are working or already living locally. Housing Association especially in the South West are keen to keep local residents in the area and in their homes. The government does not want a lot of homes that are only occupied for a couple of months a year as this does not benefit the economy.
If you are trying to find an affordable house in the South West you will need to contact your local housing authority and find out which schemes and developments are taking place near you.
Re: How Do You Apply for the Government Schemes?
Hello I work for the local Council and in my job I work with children with disabilities, I am SEN…
Re: What Are My Responsibilities Under Shared Ownership
Own a quarter of a joint ownership house. All the windows are rotten and the door cannot afford to…
Re: Low Income Housing
Hi there. I m a single dad with 1 child age 15, and we are both staying at a friend's home has we are homeless. I need a 2 bedroom house /flat…
Re: Are You Classed as a Key Worker?
I am a nursery nurse Please do I qualify for a key persons right to apply for housing
Re: Low Income Housing
Dear Sir Madam, I am writing to ask if you can find me a house with three bedrooms, two toilets and a living room to rent with or without…
Re: What Are My Responsibilities Under Shared Ownership
I live in shared ownership flat, my front door isnt locking , I take it this comes under buildings…
Re: What Are My Responsibilities Under Shared Ownership
I have a shared ownership house which is 7years old , it was 18 months old when we moved in buying a…
Re: The Right to Acquire Scheme
I live in a bungalow age 84. Currently I was told by council right to buy refused due to the property is suitable for elderly…
Re: What Are My Responsibilities Under Shared Ownership
Hi buying shared ownership when viewed flat toilet smashed needs new one carpets torn and ruined is…
Re: The Right to Acquire Scheme
I apply for With Right to Buy you would have needed to have been living in the current property before 1989 and a secure tenant.…