One In Seven Adults Worried About Becoming Homeless During Pandemic

A poll of 3,603 people, carried out by YouGov, found that 14% of respondents were worried about becoming homeless because of the economic situation created by the COVID-19 crisis. Private renters were the group most likely to have concerns about becoming homeless, with 27% now fearing losing their home. Almost half (47%) of private renters said the COVID-19 pandemic has made them feel more anxious or depressed about their housing situation compared to 26% of the general public. Shelter’s research also found that 24% of private renters have had to borrow money to pay their rent in the past month. Read more on Inside Housing.

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