Glasgow - need for development of housing

Question 1

Old houses

Answer 1

Many of Glasgow’s old tenements were built in late 18th/early 19th century and require
costly renovation

Question 2

increased population

Answer 2

An increased capacity at Glasgow three universities has led to a demand in student
accommodation in the city.
Glasgow’s population continues to increase due to rural to urban migration which puts
more pressure on housing sector

Question 3

Ageing population

Answer 3

Scotland’s ageing population has led to a lack of affordable family homes in the city

Question 4

Average house price and rentals

Answer 4

The average house prices in Glasgow are 4 or 5 times higher than average earnings
Many young people struggle to afford a first home due to the rising housing costs
The private rental market has increased and many young people and families now rent
and struggle to save enough to buy a house plus rents continue to increase making
housing even more expensive.
* Some rented properties are not invested in properly by landlords who cut corners and
therefore the housing quality is poor e.g. in Govanhill

Question 5

Homelessness

Answer 5

Homelessness has increased in the city partly due to a lack of affordable social housing