Tackling the rural housing challenge in England

Across rural England, finding an affordable home is becoming harder than ever. Too many families, young people and older residents are being priced out of the places they call home. As a result, villages and small towns are struggling to retain the services and people that keep them thriving. That’s why, in July 2025, Longleigh […]
Partner Selected For Rural Housing Research Project

Longleigh has selected the University of Liverpool as its project partner for research into the rural housing crisis. The study, which was made possible thanks to funding from leading housing provider Stonewater, and the Fusion21 Foundation, will examine how affordable housing can help alleviate housing shortages faced by rural communities in the UK. The research […]
Research partner needed: Social Housing in rural communities

The Longleigh Foundation is embarking on an important research initiative to explore the critical role social housing can play in addressing the need for affordable homes in rural areas. We are excited to announce that our search for a research partner is now live! The Need for Rural Affordable Housing Affordable housing in rural […]