Housing in Britain: The Post-War Experience

Housing in Britain was written to provide an authoritative review of housing in Britain, exploring the many aspects of 'housing as a matter of state policy, a commodity with a certain market for its sale and exchange, and an essential item with rules regulating access and eligibility. It also examines the institutions involved in the British housing market and the redistributive consequences of housing-market processes and state housing policy.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 274 pages
Publication date: 01 March 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Housing in Britain, first published in 1982, emerged at a pivotal juncture when housing policy commanded significant attention in the press and political discourse. The book's purpose was to offer an authoritative and comprehensive examination of the housing landscape in Britain. Spanning from 1945 to the year of publication, it provides a thorough introduction to the significant policy shifts that have shaped the country's housing sector.

The book delves into various dimensions of housing, including its role as a matter of state policy, a commodity with a distinct market, an essential item governed by access and eligibility regulations, and a vital component of social life. It pays particular attention to the institutions that operate within the British housing market, analyzing their impact on the redistribution of resources and the outcomes of housing-market processes and state housing policies.

Housing in Britain will captivate readers with a keen interest in the history of British housing policy and debates, as well as the broader history of social policy in the country. It serves as a valuable resource for scholars, researchers, policymakers, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the complex dynamics and challenges associated with housing in Britain.

Weight: 508g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367744687