Homelessness in Bracknell: Temporary Accommodation Numbers Spike

Strategic Insights -

The number of households living in temporary accommodation for the homeless in Bracknell has increased by nearly 10 per cent compared to last year, with 166 households using temporary accommodation at the end of March. This represents an additional 13 households compared to the same time last year, leaving the overall figure 8 per cent bigger compared to 2024. The majority of these households, 84 per cent, have children, with 140 households in temporary accommodation.

Key Takeaways:

  • The number of households in temporary accommodation in Bracknell has increased by nearly 10 per cent compared to last year, from 153 to 166.
  • This represents an additional 13 households, with the overall figure 8 per cent bigger compared to 2024.
  • The majority of households in temporary accommodation, 84 per cent, have children, with 140 households in temporary accommodation.
  • Of the 166 households, 126 are living in local authority or housing association stock housing, accounting for 75.9 per cent.
  • Private sector accommodation leased by the council or a registered provider is the second most common type of temporary accommodation, accounting for 22 households, or 13.3 per cent.

The majority of households in temporary accommodation are children, with 84 per cent of households having kids, and 140 households in temporary accommodation. Local authority or housing association stock housing is the most common type of accommodation, accounting for 75.9 per cent of households.

Statistics:

  • 166 households in Bracknell were using temporary accommodation at the end of March, up from 153 at the same time last year.
  • 140 households in temporary accommodation have children, accounting for 84 per cent of households.
  • 126 households are living in local authority or housing association stock housing, accounting for 75.9 per cent of households.

Sources:

  • Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government [No date]
  • Riverside, a charity providing accommodation for people affected by homelessness [No date]