Are Enough Homes Being Built for Disabled Residents Across Havering?

Across the London Borough of Havering, questions are increasingly being raised about whether enough properties are being built or adapted to meet the needs of disabled residents, as demand for accessible housing continues to grow and many families say suitable homes remain extremely difficult to find. With an ageing population and a rising number of people living with long-term health conditions, the need for homes that support independent living has never been greater, yet concerns persist that current housing developments are not keeping pace with local need.

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Flats vs Houses: Are We Building the Right Homes for Havering?

Havering residents are all too familiar with the words housing crisis, but when it comes to the types of homes being built, many feel the reality on the ground does not match the rhetoric. What residents want most is family-sized houses that provide space, stability and community. Instead, much of what is being delivered in the borough continues to be flats often in town centre developments that many locals describe as crammed in and out of character with the surrounding area.

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