Supported housing needs
Current and projected supported housing needs.
| Description | 2022 to 2027 | 2027 to 2032 | Key messages |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing for older people | 195 properties for sale 195 properties for rent | 450 properties for sale 450 properties for rent | The estimated residential care net surplus to 2032 is approximately 70 bedspaces. The estimated nursing care net need to 2032 is approximately 70 bedspaces. It is assumed that up to 50% of this estimated need could be met through the provision of mainstream housing including property which could be adapted. |
| Extra care housing | 95 properties for sale 95 properties for rent | 225 properties for sale 225 properties for rent | This will meet the housing and care needs of older people who are self-funders as well as older people who need rented accommodation and may be eligible for care funding from the Council. |
| Adults with a learning disability or autism | 60 social or affordable properties for rent | 120 social or affordable properties for rent | Over reliance on residential accommodation. More housing options and choices required that promote independence. 90:10 split in terms of supported housing and shared living. Home ownership through the Home Ownership for people with a Long-term Disability (HOLD) scheme may be an option for some individuals. |
| People with physical disabilities | 50 households | 50 households (five dwellings per annum) | Fully wheelchair adapted dwellings, similar to Part M(4) Category 3 broadly equivalent to the Wheelchair Housing Design standard. |
| People with physical disabilities | 75 households | 75 households (approximately eight dwellings per annum) | Accessible and adaptable dwellings, similar to Part M(4) Category 2 broadly equivalent to the Lifetime Homes standard. |
| Adults with a mental health need | 25 social or affordable properties for rent | 55 social or affordable properties for rent | There is a need for supported housing with significant support on site that enables people to 'step down' from acute hospital settings. There is no desire to live in residential care settings. There is a need for supported housing that supports recovery and independence. There is a requirement for access to mainstream housing with support as required. Home ownership through the HOLD scheme may be an option for some individuals. |
