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The State of Accessible Housing 2026
By Hackit Design Team
Only 9% of UK homes meet basic accessibility standards. We break down what the data means for disabled households.
Around 9% of English homes offer even the four basic accessibility features. One in five disabled adults say their home makes their condition worse. Average DFG waiting times vary from 6 weeks to over a year depending on council. Starting early matters — an assessment gives you evidence to move up waiting lists faster.
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