Housing and health in local strategic health planning

This report by the Department of Health and Social Care reviews how housing is reflected within local strategic health planning in England, focusing on joint strategic needs assessments and joint local health and wellbeing strategies.

From poor housing conditions (such as damp and mould, tackling cold homes and overheating) to space and design issues (such as accessibility, adaptations and overcrowding) and from specialist housing (such as housing for older people and supported housing) to housing affordability and availability (such as housing costs and supply), the report:

• Provides a comprehensive national overview of current policy and practice.
• Identifies key gaps and opportunities in tackling health inequalities and housing quality.
• Offers useful recommendations to support local systems to strengthen the use of housing data and evidence within strategic health planning to deliver better health outcomes and system improvements.

The report is intended as a reference document and practical tool for local councils, integrated care boards, health and wellbeing boards and their partners.