Beyond Deptford

One in 37 London homes is empty

105,138 empty homes 105,138 other homes

Data: London Assembly; UK government

London has about 3.85 million homes. In 2025, 105,138 of them were empty, roughly one in 37. That is 81% more than in 2016. Homes can be empty for many reasons, from repairs and probate to redevelopment or owners simply leaving them unused.

Some vacancies last only a short time. But in 2025, 47,287 London homes had been empty for more than six months, up 138% since 2016. Empty properties can also attract vandalism and create problems for neighbours and local services.

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Elia Kabanov

References
  1. Empty homes in London. London Assembly Research Unit
  2. Dwelling stock estimates in England: 2025. Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government
  3. Council Taxbase 2025 in England. Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government
  4. Empty Homes in London. London Assembly Housing Committee

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