Reducing reliance on the private rental market means shifting towards alternative housing solutions, such as public or subsidized housing, to address rising rent prices and improve affordability. Proponents argue that it would make housing more accessible and affordable, lessen market volatility, and provide stable options for low- and middle-income families. Opponents argue that reducing reliance on the private market could discourage private investment, reduce housing supply, and that government intervention may be costly and inefficient.
Response rates from 529 UK voters.
67% Yes |
33% No |
67% Yes |
33% No |
Trend of support over time for each answer from 529 UK voters.
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Trend of how important this issue is for 529 UK voters.
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Unique answers from UK voters whose views went beyond the provided options.
@B26YXZC5 days5D
Yes, housing should be a fundamental human right and not a commodity to be speculated upon.
@B26RXQ27 days7D
no, but put restrictions and roadblocks on large corporations being able to purchase homes
@B259B7S2wks2W
Yes, and it could give homeless people, some immigrants and first time house owners more of a chance at homeowning
@B23D74X3wks3W
Yes and fully publicly owned council housing tower blocks.
@9ZKLRTQ2mos2MO
Dependent on the situation of the person. Working hard yet still earning little income or people such as veterans or disabled should be given a home, however those capable but deciding not to do anything with their lives absolutely not
@9ZWZGTR4wks4W
For those who can afford it, they should be able to buy their own home. Otherwise incentivise public housing.
@9ZL58VG2mos2MO
I think they should be a healthy balance between the both sectors of housing
@9ZL4RGH2mos2MO
There should be a healthy balance between the both
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