Only top 30% of earners can afford a new home, says HBF report

By Daniel Gayne2025-05-06T10:44:00

Body calls for support for first time buyers

Only the top 30% of earners are able to buy a home, according to research from the Home Builders Federation.

The organisation has blamed rising house prices and mortgage costs, as well as a lack of government support, for the declining accessibility of the housing market, particularly for younger households.

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