Homes sold under Right to Buy rise by 90% with over two million since 1980

Local authorities reported 14,275 eligible sales in 2025-2614:53, 16 Aug 2026Homes sold under Right to Buy have risen by 90% with over two million since 1980, but experts warn "every property sold reduces the pool of affordable housing".‌Since the start of the Right to Buy scheme in 1980, until 31 March 2026, there have been 2,052,813 sales to tenants through the Right to Buy scheme, new data shows.‌In 2025-26, local authorities reported 14,275 eligible sales, an increase of 90% compared to 2024-25. From these 14,275 sales, local authorities received £1.61 billion. The average receipt per dwelling was £112,900, an increase of 5% compared to 2024-25.‌READ MORE: Major update on HS2 viaducts near Solihull after 'significant achievement'A total of 3,452 replacements were funded in 2025-26 thro