Luton Council’s housing development strategy aims to address the shortage of affordable housing, reduce homelessness, and support community growth as part of its “Luton 2040” vision. This strategy focuses on building affordable and sustainable homes and includes several ambitious targets to meet local housing needs while supporting economic and social improvements.
The council has set a goal to build at least 900 council-led homes between 2022 and 2027, with an emphasis on creating affordable family-sized homes. Luton faces challenges due to limited land availability, and as a result, projects are concentrated in key areas like the town center, with strategic developments planned at sites like Power Court and Kimpton Road. Additionally, the council’s Town Centre Masterplan, adopted in 2021, is intended to encourage more housing opportunities in central locations to create a vibrant residential community.
To increase housing availability and affordability, Luton Council partners with developers, housing associations, and local businesses. They have also established their own development company, Foxhall Homes, to deliver projects directly. Furthermore, there are efforts to encourage affordable rental options through regulated rents and, potentially, a “Luton Living Rent” program, which would provide rental homes at below-market rates to help low-income families manage their housing costs.
Luton Council’s housing approach aligns with broader goals, such as poverty reduction and environmental sustainability, and aims to boost construction-related employment. Through this housing strategy, Luton aims to create a more inclusive and sustainable community where residents have access to quality, affordable housing options, contributing to the council’s vision of making Luton a thriving, child-friendly, and carbon-neutral town by 2040.
