What this research is about
This research explores concentrations and density of social housing relative to local amenities and services across Australia. This provides an overview of the distribution, access and value of social housing stock.
The research also develops an Amenity Index. This tool checks whether social housing has good access to local amenities.
Why this research is important
Social housing is often located in areas with lower amenity. High amenity areas have good access to public transport, schools, medical services, employment opportunities and leisure activities. Many social housing tenants don’t have cars. Easy access to services is very important for them. This is especially true for people with complex needs who need medical care and other support services.
