Abstract
In the UK, those in the most deprived neighbourhoods live 9 years less than those in the least deprived neighbourhoods. What does this say about our homes impact on our health and wellbeing? The experience of lockdown has highlighted health inequalities in housing. Improper ventilation, unhealthy volumes of noise and poor lighting can negatively impact our health while increasing social isolation and stress. Homes are not just buildings that protect us from the outdoors but have a large impact on our wellbeing. Our current homes do not meet the needs of our future housing either. We need our homes to be people centred, low carbon, adaptable and comfortable.
