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Supporting Communities - Voluntary and Community Services - Community Services Team - Affordable Rural Housing

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Rural Housing There is an acute shortage of affordable homes in the rural areas of Surrey, which has a significant impact on the sustainability of communities. With the high cost of house prices in rural villages, many local people are forced to move out of the area to find a property they can afford. Affordable homes for local people in villages can make a big difference to communities, helping ensure that local facilities and services remain open and that families can stay together. Surrey Community Action employs a Rural Housing Enabler who can provide support and impartial advice to Parish Councils and rural communities on how to can get affordable housing that meets the needs of your local people.			Affordable Rural Housing Leaflet
			Building Communities Highlighting the achievements of Rural Housing Enablers in the South East Region
			Surrey Rural Housing Impact Report
			Living, Working Countryside-The Taylor Review of Rural Economy and Affordable Housing
			Affordable Rural Housing: A Practical Guide for Parish Councils
			Rural Affordable Housing: Frequently Asked Questions
The first step towards getting a scheme built for local people is often to undertake a parish housing needs survey, which helps establish what local people think of the idea of homes for local people, and also establishes what the local need might be. This is something The Rural Housing Enabler can assist with.
If you would like more information, please contact Mona Johansson, Rural Housing Enabler, either by telephoning 01483 447126, or by email