Proportion of affordable homes delivered in London nearly doubles

Sadiq Khan has heralded a housing "sea of change" as his approach to getting more affordable homes built appears to be paying off. New figures have revealed a steady rise in the number being delivered on London developments. New analysis published by the mayor’s office showed that the average proportion of affordable housing being delivered per City Hall-approved scheme had nearly doubled since 2016 – to 40%. The figure was 22% in 2016. Between 2011 and 2016, which partly covers Boris Johnson’s time as mayor, this figure never reached above 27%, according to the new City Hall analysis. The number of affordable homes being delivered on developments approved by the mayor’s office has been steadily rising since 2016, the figures showed. 

Inside Housing (06/11/2011)