Housing
Ashford’s population is expected to double within the next 25
years. With 31,000 new homes to be built by 2031, it will offer one
of the widest selections of housing in the UK.
- House prices are 6% cheaper than the South East average and 17%
lower than in London.
- Housing demand is strong for everything from environmentally
sympathetic starter homes to executive country properties.
- Ashford is setting a standard for excellence in design and
sustainability by working in partnership with developers and
environmental bodies.
- Ashford already provides a wide choice of property ownership
options. a range of good quality homes affordable to people of all
income levels will be developed including homes available to rent
and to buy on a shared-ownership basis.
- 10% of all new build housing will be affordable and made
available for locally defined key workers.
As new developments evolve, Ashford will offer new facilities
that value its heritage and ensure areas are open, safe and
attractive. For more information on Housing Services go to
Ashford Borough Council’s Website.