Issue

Affordable Housing

603 stories · discussed at 659 council meetings · 32 councils

Councils are currently debating the provision of affordable housing in new developments and meeting targets across London.

Greenwich Council's Planning Board approved a Deptford development in October 2026 for 802 homes, but it missed its affordable housing target. Separately, Kensington and Chelsea Council approved a 27-flat development in Telford Road in October 2026, despite resident objections regarding the absence of affordable housing contributions. These decisions highlight ongoing discussions about meeting affordable housing needs in new schemes.

In contrast, Barking and Dagenham Council approved a 100% affordable housing development of 300 homes at Crowlands Golf Centre in October 2026, split between social and key worker living rent. Richmond upon Thames Council also approved a conversion in October 2026 despite affordability concerns. Discussions on housing provision are scheduled for Hackney's Housing & Homelessness Scrutiny Commission and Kensington and Chelsea's Housing & Communities Select Committee in October 2026.

Affordable housing refers to homes made available for purchase or rent at a cost accessible to people with low to moderate incomes, who might otherwise struggle to afford market-rate housing. Councils aim to increase the supply of such housing to meet local needs.

Key facts

  1. Greenwich Council's Planning Board approved a Deptford development of 802 homes in October 2026, which missed its affordable housing target. Source 1 Source 2
  2. Kensington and Chelsea Council approved a 27-flat development in Telford Road in October 2026 despite the absence of affordable housing. Source 1 Source 2 Source 3
  3. Barking and Dagenham Council approved 300 affordable homes at Crowlands Golf Centre in October 2026, designated for social rent and key worker living rent. Source 1 Source 2
  4. Richmond upon Thames Council approved the conversion of Kingston Bridge House in October 2026 despite concerns about affordable housing provision. Source
About this summary

This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on, with background from Wikipedia. It describes what councils have discussed and decided; it does not take a view on any decision. Each key fact links to the story it comes from. Updated 18 October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.

Stories, page 56

  1. Barnet shop licence revoked over illegal tobacco and fake goods Barnet Council has revoked the premises licence for Snack Buzz & Off Licence, located at 19 Ballards Lane, N3 1UX, after discovering significant quantities of illegal tobacco,... Barnet 18 March 2026
  2. Greenwich Council Faces £100 Million Funding Gap by 2030 Amidst Financial Strategy Review Greenwich Council is facing a projected funding gap of approximately £100 million by 2030, a significant financial challenge that was discussed at the Organisation and... Greenwich 17 March 2026
  3. Richmond Council Launches Transport Strategy 2040 with Focus on Active Travel and Emissions Reduction Richmond Council has unveiled an ambitious Transport Strategy 2040, aiming to reshape the borough's transport network over the next two decades. The strategy, developed... Richmond upon Thames 17 March 2026
  4. Parking Team to Share Clarendon Road College Haringey Council is set to relocate its Young Adult Services team from 48 Station Road to the Clarendon Road College building as part of a strategy to consolidate services and... Haringey 17 March 2026
  5. Barking Riverside Expansion Plans Approved, Adding Up to 13,046 New Homes Barking Riverside is set to see a significant expansion, with plans approved for up to 13,046 new homes and substantial non-residential development. The new outline planning... Barking and Dagenham 17 March 2026
  6. Beam Park Station amendment to be reviewed Barking and Dagenham Council's Planning Committee has approved a non-material amendment to a previous planning consent at Beam Park, which will allow for housing delivery to be... Barking and Dagenham 17 March 2026
  7. Enfield Council revises complaints policy Enfield Council's Cabinet has approved an updated Corporate Complaints Policy, which will shorten the investigation timeframe for Stage 2 complaints from 30 to 20 working days.... Enfield 15 March 2026
  8. Croydon Council Implements New Strategy to Tackle Homelessness with Demand Management Focus Croydon Council is intensifying its efforts to combat homelessness with a new strategy focusing on demand management and improved customer experience. The Housing Assurance... Croydon 15 March 2026