How we're tackling the housing crisis

What we're learning from construction in practice

The Challenge: UK needs 300,000 new homes yearly. We're building 170,000. Here's how progressive developers are closing the gap.

The real numbers

Let's talk straight:

• 4 million adults living with parents
• Average deposit: £53,000 (was £8,000 in 2000)
• First-time buyer age: 34 (was 29)
• Workers needed: 225,000 by 2027

This isn't just statistics - it's a generation locked out of homeownership.

Problem 1: Not enough skilled workers

What we're doing

At Abode Homes, we're not waiting for someone else to fix this:

Apprentice programme:

• 25 positions per year
• £25,000 starting salary
• Guaranteed job after qualifying
• Real mentorship (not just paperwork)

Industry Solutions
Smart developers are:

• Sharing training facilities
• Pooling apprenticeship costs
• Modernising the industry image
• Actively recruiting women (currently just 12% of workforce)

Problem 2: Traditional building is too slow

Modern methods that work

Modular construction - we're using it on 90% of homes:

• 3 months faster completion
• 90% less waste
• Better quality control
• 25% cost saving

Tech that helps:

• 3D modelling prevents mistakes
• Drones track progress
• Apps connect buyers to builds
• Digital twins for maintenance

Problem 3: Communities, not just houses

Good developments need:

• Schools and GP surgeries
• Green spaces and play areas
• Shops and community centres
• Proper transport links

Our approach:

• 10% of budget for infrastructure
• Local jobs requirement
• Community boards with real power
• Legacy funds for maintenance

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Want to help?

If you're a young person: Construction pays well (£50k+ for skilled trades), offers clear progression, and you're building Britain's future.

If you're a developer: Share knowledge, invest in training, build communities not just units.

If you're in government: Consistent policy please. And fund skills properly.

Let's be honest‍

We're developers. We make profit. But we also know that solving the housing crisis is good business. Quality homes, skilled workers, and thriving communities create sustainable success.

The crisis is real, but so are the solutions. It just takes commitment, investment, and collaboration.