Yorkshire Housing is a social landlord with a mission to provide homes that people are proud to call their own, aiming to build 500 new homes annually. They focus on creating not just houses, but thriving environments for their customers, offering additional support services to promote independent living. Operating exclusively within Yorkshire, they manage approximately 20,000 homes, including accommodation for older persons and properties for social and affordable rent.
Their commitment extends to tackling the housing crisis by developing 8,000 new homes across the region, including shared ownership and rent-to-buy schemes, with profits reinvested into improving homes and services. Sustainability is a core principle, with a roadmap to achieve net zero by 2050. This involves significant investment in energy efficiency, aiming for all homes to reach a minimum EPC band C rating by 2030.
Their new build strategy prioritizes zero gas, enhanced insulation, and renewable technology, exceeding the Future Homes Standard with their own 'Yorkshire Housing standard' to reduce fossil fuel reliance. They actively involve customers in sustainability initiatives, such as the Social Housing Tenants' Climate Jury, and ensure new technology is user-friendly and beneficial. The company also emphasizes innovation and customer experience, using technology to enhance services and improve sustainability.
Their 'Raising the Roof' podcast features discussions with industry leaders on topical issues in housing and beyond, covering subjects from AI and sustainability to workplace culture and neurodiversity. This reflects their forward-thinking approach to social housing and community development.