Renting and Risk: an analysis of the vulnerabilities of renting – a joint CIB/ Threshold report
Renting and Risk: an analysis of the vulnerabilities of renting – a joint CIB/ Threshold report
This joint CIB/ Threshold report uses data from Citizens Information Services and Threshold to examine the barriers experienced by people in accessing and retaining suitable and affordable housing. The report has a particular focus on tenants who are relying on the private rented sector for social housing. With the current housing market characterised by under-supply and declining affordability, this research draws on housing queries recorded by CISs and Threshold over a two year period to explore the circumstances of renters seeking advice. The report found that lack of security of tenure and affordability were the top concerns, with tenancy termination the most prevalent issues facing private renters and that vulnerable clients on fixed incomes were most likely to be adversely impacted. In addition, the issue of rent increases ranked highly for renters of all ages and backgrounds.
