Westward Housing Group

Westward Housing Group is a leading provider of affordable housing in the south west, serving around 7,500 households in Devon and Cornwall. The company offers support services to hundreds of individuals and manages various projects, including those focused on older people and social enterprise initiatives such as Grow and Jigsaw, which specialize in horticulture and furniture restoration and re-sales. Moreover, Westward is actively involved in constructing new homes throughout the region, catering to various affordability needs through rental, shared ownership, and the Help to Buy scheme. The company co-manages Help to Buy South West alongside Sovereign Housing Association, enabling individuals to access shared ownership and equity products to facilitate home purchasing. A commercial enterprise, Horizon Homes, not only sells properties in the open market but also contributes its profits to Westward Housing Group for the expansion of affordable housing and support services. Established in 1965, the organization continues to play a crucial role in ensuring access to affordable housing and promoting community well-being in the region.