There is a genuine shortage of affordable properties in Winchester, with demand for affordable homes massively outstripping supply and the number of people on the waiting list is increasing monthly. The council is constructing new affordable Council Homes and also working with Registered Providers (sometimes known as Housing Associations) to provide new affordable housing across the District.
An online public consultation for our draft Housing Development Strategy began on 11th August and closes on 5th September 2025.
This draft Housing Development Strategy sets out our commitment to increasing the supply of affordable homes and improving housing outcomes for all. This consultation is your opportunity to help shape the future of housing in our district. We want to hear from residents, businesses, community groups and anyone with a stake in our shared future. Your feedback will help ensure our final strategy is ambitious, inclusive, and grounded in the real experiences of those who live and work here.
You can view the strategy by visiting the link - Housing Development Strategy - Winchester City Council - Citizen Space - within the consultation there is an opportunity to provide feedback.
