Homes England reports highest completions in six years, but misses target

New housing completions supported by Homes England rose 9% in 2025/26, almost reaching the target set for it by the government.

The 40,200 homes built with the help of the housing and regeneration agency was up from 36,900 built in 2024/25 and 97% towards the targeted 41,500.

Homes England said this was the highest number fo completions for six years.

The 2025/26 period also saw it facilitate the start of construction for 42,400 homes, up 11% year-on-year, and beating its targeted 37,100.

The agency also unlocked land capable of delivering 61,700 homes, beating another target of 53,700, though down on the 2024/25 figure of 79,011.

“These figures tell the story of the positive impact of collaboration - when organisations with a common aim, from communities to town halls to central government, work together to deliver the new homes and thriving places that people want and need across the country,” said Pat Ritchie CBE, chair of Homes England.

“Agency colleagues are not just experts but enablers and collaborators within this context. 

“Our new regional operating model, which is embedding at pace, deepens the tailored support we can provide to local leaders with a clear vision for their communities, and I expect 2026/27 to be a year of even stronger collaboration for the benefit of people across England.”