This section gives information about affordable home ownership, renting privately and applying for social housing.

Like all inner London boroughs, the demand for affordable housing in Lewisham is very high. There are over 35,000 social rented homes in the borough owned by the Council and housing associations, however demand for these homes far outweighs supply. The reality is that most people who apply for social rented housing will be unsuccessful.

For this reason, it is often more realistic to look for housing in the private sector, either by renting or finding affordable ways to buy a place.