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Homelessness is real, homelessness is lonely and we should try to do our bit to help our society and the ones who need help. Here are some key facts.

How many people are affected by homelessness in England?

In England, more than 274,000 people are currently experiencing homelessness. This means that one in every 206 people in the country are living without a stable home. Of course, it’s important to remember that these figures could be even higher, as many people are missed from homelessness records by being out of view.

The number of people living on the streets has also risen steadily within the last year. Sadly, more than 11,000 people were sleeping rough between April 2020 and March 2021 alone — a 3% increase on the previous year. In addition, new figures for December 2021 suggest that there are currently around 2,700 people sleeping rough on any given night.

Are there more men or women facing homelessness?

In Autumn 2020, official rough sleeping statistics indicated that of the 2,688 people sleeping rough, only 14% were women. Furthermore, only 12% of the homeless deaths registered in 2020 were among women, according to ONS statistics.

However, women are more likely to seek hidden places to sleep, due to a fear of abuse or harassment, and for this reason, many are missed from official statistics and are often not spotted by volunteers or charities.

What is the average age of homelessness people?

Statistics show that the majority of people facing homelessness are 25-65 years old. Despite this, homelessness can affect anyone, no matter what their age. Our Tenancy Sustainment Team is now working with families with children in temporary accommodation.

What are the top causes of homelessness?

From economic factors, through to unexpected life changes, there are many reasons for homelessness. But over recent years, the eviction from a privately rented home has been the top cause. Short contracts, the selling of properties or increased rents can all result in sudden or unfair evictions.

How many homeless people die each year in England?

In 2020, there were an estimated 688 homeless deaths in England and Wales.

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