Housebuilding in England falls to 9-year low
England's housebuilding slumps to a 9-year low as developers warn of a 'perfect storm' of rising costs and regulations. Can the government's 'Build, baby, build' ambition survive?
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New 1,300-home neighbourhood planned for Dagenham
Plans to transform Crowlands Heath Golf Course in Dagenham into a 1,300-home neighbourhood with 60% social rent progress. Could this tackle the borough's housing crisis?
London's affordable housing figures face 'trench digging' probe
Sadiq Khan urged to investigate claims GLA officials told developers to dig trenches to artificially boost affordable housing start numbers. Read the full story.
Woolwich housing expansion sparks temple concerns
Greenwich Council approves 75 additional homes in Woolwich development. Local Sikh temple raises fire safety and noise complaint fears. Read the latest community impact analysis.
21,000-home Enfield Green Belt plan faces local fury
Plans for a new town with 21,000 homes on protected Green Belt land in North London's Enfield face staunch opposition from locals and conservation groups. Discover the debate.
63 New Flats for Former Catford Police Station
Plans to convert the former Catford Police Station into 63 affordable homes have been recommended for approval. The development promises social rent and intermediate rent flats in Lewisham.
Council failed to investigate rat-infested home for 12 months
A North London family endured rats, leaks and mould as Harrow Council 'did not investigate' for 12 months, causing health issues. Discover the Housing Ombudsman's findings.
Blue Badge parking rules trap woman in flat
A disabled woman in Wandsworth says she feels trapped in her home as her visitors receive parking tickets, preventing her from going out. Her landlord is reviewing the situation.
Correction: CPRE Brownfield Figures Revised
The Campaign to Protect Rural England has issued corrected data on brownfield land capacity in England. Discover the updated figures and what this means for the housing crisis.
Enfield Council's £1.2bn Debt Crisis
An auditor has issued statutory recommendations to Enfield Council to de-risk its £1.286bn debt, warning that its financial reserves have fallen below a safe threshold. Discover the full story.
English councils sell assets to avoid bankruptcy
Survey reveals most English councils are selling public assets like sports centres to fund soaring social care costs, with many also planning council tax hikes.
London: Housing and Nature Can Coexist, Says GLA
Senior GLA figure Abby Crisostomo argues that solving London's housing crisis doesn't require sacrificing nature. Discover how green infrastructure can enhance new developments.
Ireland Plans 300,000 New Homes Within Five Years
The Irish government unveils a radical housing plan to build 300,000 homes by 2030, tackling the nation's severe housing crisis head-on. Discover how this ambitious strategy will transform Ireland's property landscape.
Birmingham approves Druids Heath estate demolition
Birmingham City Council narrowly approves plans to demolish 1,800 homes in Druids Heath, offering homeowners market value plus 10% while residents fear being priced out.
Trump's 50-Year Mortgage Plan Risks Worsening Housing
Donald Trump proposes 50-year mortgages to address US housing affordability, but experts warn it could double interest payments and deepen inequality. Analysis of this controversial plan.
Hidden costs of shared ownership revealed
Mortgage expert Sam Fox explains the pros, cons and hidden expenses of shared ownership schemes. Essential reading for UK first-time buyers considering this route.
London woman stuck in mouldy council flat for 17 years
A Southwark mother has been living in a damp, mould-infested flat for 17 years, with electrical faults posing serious safety risks. Read her urgent plea for a safe home.
Pensioners forced into house-sharing as rents soar
A growing number of over-60s are being forced into house-sharing due to rising rents and inadequate pensions. Discover how Britain's housing crisis is reshaping retirement.
5% Deposit Scheme Sparks Australian Housing Boom
New Australian housing finance data reveals investors are rushing into the market ahead of first home buyer scheme, driving prices upward in what experts call a policy failure.
Crisis charity becomes landlord amid housing crisis
Homelessness charity Crisis will become a landlord for the first time, calling the UK housing situation a 'catastrophic scenario'. A former Shelter trustee urges them to follow suit.
Landlord loans surge 17.6% in Australian housing market
New data reveals investor lending has dramatically outpaced first-time buyers, prompting calls for regulatory intervention as housing affordability worsens.
Property investors account for 40% of Australian home loans
Property investors borrowed record $40bn in Australia as landlord loans surge 17.6%, outpacing owner-occupiers. Greens call for urgent credit market intervention.
London affordable housing starts plummet 70%
London's affordable housing crisis deepens as new starts drop 70% in six months. Can Sadiq Khan meet revised targets? Read the shocking data.
Woman reveals 'creepy' reality of abandoned school life
TikTok creator Zayla Ren shares her unique life in an abandoned school, highlighting the pros and cons of property guardianship in the UK's housing market.
Council failed to tell man his dad's care cost for 18 months
A South London man was hit with a huge bill after Wandsworth Council failed to provide care costs for over 18 months. The ombudsman ordered a £1,000 payment and apology. Discover the full story.
Sydney's 'Poor Doors' Scandal: Tenants Segregated
Exclusive investigation reveals how residents of 'affordable' apartments in Barangaroo's luxury development are segregated from wealthy neighbours through separate, inferior entrances.
Lambeth approves 900+ council homes amid housing crisis
Lambeth Council greenlights major housing development with 916 new council properties as borough grapples with escalating housing emergency and record numbers in temporary accommodation.
Neighbour's poor insulation pushing up your energy bills
Groundbreaking research reveals how heat loss from neighbouring properties is driving up energy costs for entire streets, with poorly insulated homes creating a 'domino effect' of higher bills.
Kensington's 2,500-home transformation plan
London's most exclusive borough is set for its biggest housing revolution in decades, with 2,500 new homes planned across multiple strategic sites in a major boost for the capital's housing supply.
North London estate lift crisis traps residents
Elderly and disabled residents in a North London housing estate face daily struggles as broken lifts leave them stranded for weeks, sparking outrage and safety concerns.
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