The number of affordable homes completions in the past year is
the highest annual figure since 2000, the latest quarterly
statistics show.
Almost 11,000 affordable homes were delivered in the year to end
June 2023. These homes ensure further progress towards achieving
the Scottish Government’s target of delivering 110,000 affordable
homes by 2032, with 70% of these for social rent and 10% in rural
and island communities.
Housing Minister said:
“I am pleased that the number of affordable homes completed in
the latest year is the highest annual figure since 2000,
supporting almost 11,000 households to have an affordable place
to live.
“The combined challenges caused by a hard Brexit and economic
mismanagement by the UK government have triggered various issues
including the rising cost of construction supplies and workforce
challenges. The housing sector has done incredible work to
deliver homes in these circumstances and we will continue working
with partners to mitigate these impacts. We are also making £3.5
billion available in this parliamentary term, towards the
delivery of more affordable and social homes.
“Despite the challenges, since 2007, Scotland has seen over 40%
more affordable homes delivered per head of population than in
England, and over 70% more than in Wales. We have already
delivered 13,354 homes towards our next target of 110,000
affordable homes in Scotland by 2032.”
Background
Quarterly Housing
Statistics – September 2023
