Research and insight

HBF reports and analysis




The Home Builders Federation team develops and delivers leading industry research and insight, that delves deeper into the challenges and opportunities facing the home building industry.

From Freedom of Information exercises and data analysis, to original research projects delivered in partnership with leading subject matter experts, our analysis and perspectives are wide ranging and help to influence policy.

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Our updated housing calculator enables you to calculate the social and economic benefits development will bring to local communities, based on the number of homes built.


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The Economic Footprint of Home Building in England and Wales

Our research examines the home building industry's ability to drive economic growth and deliver investment in local communities.

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Examining the affordability of homeownership for first-time buyers

Broken Ladder examines average house prices, earnings and mortgage costs in different regions to assess the affordability challenges facing first-time buyers in England today.

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HBF research, opinion and reports

Our report recommendations and analysis are used to influence policy change, celebrate industry success and inform initiatives.


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