Temporary accommodation in Newham is experiencing a severe crisis, with over 7,300 families at risk of homelessness. A working group's findings indicated that the demand for temporary housing has risen significantly, with numbers increasing by more than 170% since March 2013. Councils are struggling with higher demand and soaring costs, as the average nightly rate for accommodation has surged. Families are often placed into temporary housing following evictions from private landlords, exacerbating the situation as overcrowding remains a pressing issue throughout Newham.
Councils across the country are facing rises in both demand for temporary accommodation and the costs of providing it, impacting their ability to meet housing needs.
The number of households in temporary accommodation in Newham has increased by over 170% since March 2013, with an ongoing growth of about 50 families each month.
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