These evidence-based resources provide information and guidance on issues of housing and racial equality.

If there are any resources you feel complement the Briefing Papers on this website, please use the forum, or email the Foundation's Information Officer, Kat Nower.

Mapping rapidly changing minority ethnic populations: a case study of York
Craig, G., Adamson, S., Ali, N., and Demsash, F., February 2010
This project used a variety of formal and informal data sources to map ethnic populations in York. The study found that York's population was more diverse than was originally thought, with 78 first languages spoken. This has a significant impact on service provision in the area.

Minority groups in extra care housing
The Institute of Public Care for the Housing Learning and Improvement Network, February 2010
This report explores the issues facing commissioners and providers in meeting the needs of minority groups of older people within the community through Extra Care Housing (ECH) services.

Vital statistics: The experiences of BAMER women & children facing violence & abuse
Thiara, R. K. & Roy, S., Imkaan, March 2010
This report captures information on the profile of BAMER women and children accessing refuge and other support services, the nature and extent of the violence and abuse, specialist support needs, and the factors that may prevent them from accessing external support as well as any outcomes and issues that arise through their engagement with the criminal justice system, housing, legal, advocacy, health and other relevant support services. 

Migration and rural economies: Assessing and addressing risks
Chappell, L., Latorre, M., Rutter, J., and Shah, J., Institute of Public Policy Research (ippr), Economics of Migration Working Paper 6, June 2009
This paper examines the impact of recent migration from Central and Eastern Europe upon rural economies.  Representing a shift away from traditional clustering around urban centres, migration to rural areas has created new challenges for service provision, and also an increasing dependence on A8 workers to fill employment gaps

Social housing allocation and immigrant communities
Rutter, J. and Latorre, M., ippr, Equality and Human Rights Commission, 2009
This report examines the allocation of social housing in England, considering whether there is any basis to persistent media reports indicating that migrants receive priority over non-migrants. Analysing a range of quantitative and qualitative evidence, including the 2001 Census, local authority policies and the results of focus groups, the report outlines some of the drivers of social housing allocation and also the background to perceived distortions in allocation policy.

Culturally Sensitive Service Provision in Social Housing
Chowdhury, R., Taylor, N., and Hansom, J., GfK NOP for Housing Corporation, April 2008
This study examined the provision of culturally sensitive housing services, taking care to consider the difference between housing needs and housing preferences.

Drivers of Satisfaction amongst Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) tenants
Housing Corporation, April 2008
This study examines the reasons for high levels of dissatisfaction among black and minority ethnic tenants, considering in particular the relationship of BME tenants with their landlords, compared to white British tenants.

BME housing needs and aspirations
Markkanen, S. et al, Cambridge Centre for Housing and Planning Research, January 2008
This paper from the Housing Corporation examines the housing needs and aspirations of Britain’s largest black and minority ethnic (BME) populations, considering how these differ from the needs of majority White Britons. The paper also considers future demands for affordable housing based upon patterns in demographic, spatial and economic factors.

The housing, care and support needs of South Asian elders
Patel, N., Patel, B., Jones, A., and Chouhan, K., Housing Corporation and hact, September 2008
This study examines the housing aspirations and support needs of South Asian elders, and considers the practical challenges faced by elders and service providers when meeting these. The report gives a wealth of good practice information.

Building a new home: Migration in the UK construction sector
Chappell, L., Sriskandarajah, D., and Swinburn, T. K.,  Economics of Migration project, Institute of Public Policy Research, December 2008
This study examines the impact of migrant workers upon the workforce and performance of the UK construction industry, in particular in the build up to the 2012 Olympics.

Ethnic segregation over time and cohorts in England and Wales, 1991-2001
Sabater, A., CCSR Working Paper 2008-14, Cathie Marsh Centre for Census and Survey Research, University of Manchester, 2008
This paper examines changing patterns of ethnic segregation in urban areas, using census data to analyse different ethnic groups at different ages and 'life stages'.

Housing and disabled children
Beresford, B. and Rhodes, D., Joseph Rowntree Foundation, June 2008
Although not focussing exclusively on black and minority ethnic families, this study provides a review of literature and research relating to the housing circumstances of families caring for a disabled child.

These evidence-based resources provide information and guidance on issues of housing and racial equality.

If there are any resources you feel complement the Briefing Papers on this website, please use the forum, or email the Foundation's Information Officer, Kat Nower.

Interrogating segregation, integration and the community cohesion agenda
Kalra, V. S. and Kapoor, N., CCSR Working Paper 2008-16, Cathie Marsh Centre for Census and Survey Research, University of Manchester, 2008
This paper examines the concept of segregation, arguing that there has been a shift from promoting integration of ethnic minority groups to achieve material equality towards 'community cohesion' as a means of removing cultural difference. 

No place like home? Addressing the issues of housing and migration
O’Hara, E., Shelter, October 2008
This paper encourages the current immigration debate, considering political and media attention on who has come to the UK and why, and perhaps more importantly how the needs of these individuals can be met with public services.

The drivers of black and Asian people’s perceptions of racial discrimination by public services: A qualitative study
Gervais, M., Department for Communities and Local Government, January 2008
This study uses qualitative methods, such as individual in-depth interviews, to examine perceptions of racial discrimination in public services by black and minority ethnic people.  Considering factors such as personal beliefs and level of awareness, the report pinpoints the most influential drivers of perceived racism and considers how these might be used to improve services for black minority ethnic service users.  Although the report covers 8 major areas of public services, Chapter 5 covers the perception of discrimination in housing organisations in detail.

Creating connections: Regeneration and consultation on a multi-ethnic council estate
Sveinsson, K. P., Runnymede Trust, 2007
This report provides a case study of race relations on a multi-ethnic council estate in Deptford. It highlights the existence of good race relations, even in areas which might otherwise be regarded as 'rough'.

Bridging the gap: Social exclusion of BME elders
Grenier, M., hact and the Housing Corporation, 2007
This study summarises the findings from a number of housing projects, which were designed to target the needs of black and minority ethnic elders. The projects provide a number of good practice strategies for engaging with these communities.

East European immigration and community cohesion
Markova, Dr. E. and Black, Prof.R., Sussex Centre for Migration Research, Joseph Rowntree Foundation, May 2007
This study explores the impact of new migrants upon community cohesion, by examining the experiences of immigrants from Albania, Bulgaria, Russia, Serbia and Montenegro and Ukraine living in Harrow, Hackney and Brighton and Hove.

Internal migration and ethnic groups: Evidence for the UK from the 2001 Census
Finney, N. and Simpson, L., CCSR Working Paper 2007-04, Cathie Marsh Centre for Census and Survey Research, University of Manchester, 2007
This paper uses the 2001 census data to examine internal migration by ethnic group, considering issues such as counter-urbanisation, a north-south shift and dispersal from areas of co-ethnic concentration. It examines levels of migration, geographical locations of migration and characteristics of migrants.

Providing Gypsy and Traveller sites: Contentious spaces
Richardson, J., Joseph Rowntree Foundation, Chartered Institute of Housing, 2007
This report examines the controversy surrounding provision of sites for Gypsy-Travellers.  It considers the legal obligation to provide and manage sites, and uses case studies to explore how different local authorities are overcoming barriers and fulfilling their duties.

The advice gap: A study of barriers to housing advice for black and minority ethnic communities
Radebe, D., Shelter, January 2007
This study investigates the ways that black and minority ethnic service users access housing advice.  It also considers obstacles to service provision, and the impact that age, language skills and method of advice-giving can have upon service provision.

The reception and integration of new migrant communities
Pillai, R., Kyambi, S., Nowacka, K., Sriskandarajah, D., Economics of Migration project, Institute of Public Policy Research, March 2007
This study investigates the extent to which new migrants have integrated in 10 varied locations across the UK.  It considers the varying successes of public authorities in smoothing this process, considering methods to avoid any tensions arising from the arrival and settlement of migrants.

Beyond sheltered accommodation: A review of extra care housing and care home provision for BME elders
Jones, A., Age Concern and Chinese Housing Consultative Group, December 2006
This report provides an overview of extra care and sheltered housing schemes specifically targeted towards black and minority ethnic elders.

Developing extra care housing for black and minority ethnic elders: an overview of the issues, examples and challenges
Patel, Prof. N. and Traynor, P., PRIAE for Housing Learning & Improvement Network, 15 March 2006
This report provides the results of a study into the extra care needs of black and minority ethnic elders. It provides good practice advice, and a self-assessment checklist to enable housing providers to successfully develop their own housing strategies.

These evidence-based resources provide information and guidance on issues of housing and racial equality.

If there are any resources you feel complement the Briefing Papers on this website, please use the forum, or email the Foundation's Information Officer, Kat Nower.

Down and out in London: The road to destitution for rejected asylum seekers
Amnesty International UK, 2006
This report examines what happens to rejected asylum seekers, why they do not leave the UK, and what can be done to avoid such destitution.

Black & minority ethnic housing needs in Bristol
Steele, A., and Ahmed, N., Salfold University and Bristol City Council, January 2006
This report summarises the findings of a city-wide study of the housing and related needs and aspirations of Bristol's black and minority ethnic communities.

Black and minority ethnic (BME) construction contractors and consultants and the factors affecting their development within the social housing sector in Wales
Duncan, Dr R. and Mortimer, Dr J., Employment Practice Solutions Limited, Construction Skills, February 2006
This report provides good practice guidance to increase black and minority ethnic participation in construction in Wales.

Ghettos of the mind: The empirical behaviour of indices of segregation and diversity
Simpson, L., CCSR Working Paper 2006-06, Cathie Marsh Centre for Census and Survey Research, University of Manchester, 2006
This paper reviews the methods used to measure changing residential patterns.

Population dynamics in ethnically diverse towns: The long-term implications of immigration
Simpson, L., Gavalas, V. and Finney, N., CCSR Working Paper 2006-04, Cathie Marsh Centre for Census and Survey Research, University of Manchester, March 2006
This paper examines the population, housing and social changes in Oldham and Rochdale using a time series of census data.  The results show how natural growth generates dispersal of immigrant populations to new clusters, charting the changing nature of cities, and challenging the interpretation of clustering as a negative phenomenon by instead focusing on indicators of demographic change, demand for housing and services, and social equality.

Housing and support services for asylum seekers and refugees: A good practice guide
Perry, J., Chartered Institute of Housing for Joseph Rowntree Foundation, 2005
This guide aims to help housing professionals meet the housing needs of asylum seekers and refugees. It emphasises the importance of housing as the first step towards accessing other services, and becoming settled within communities.

Supporting diversity in Tower Hamlets: Sonali Gardens - An extra care scheme for Bangladeshi and Asian elders
Brenton, M., Housing Learning & Improvement Network, Case Study no. 7, 1 April 2005
This case study reports on the development of culturally appropriate extra care housing provision for Bangladeshi and Asian elders in Tower Hamlets. It provides a description of the services provided for tenants and of any lessons learned from this project.

Causes of homelessness amongst ethnic minority populations: Research
Gervais, Dr M. C. and Rehman, H., Homelessness and Housing Support Directorate, Office of the Deputy Prime Minister, September 2005
This study examines the causes of statutory homelessness amongst ethnic minority households. Combining a literature review with the results of interviews with homeless ethnic minority households and a variety of local authority and charitable homeless organisations, the report highlights factors such as pregnancy, overcrowding and family disputes as causes of homelessness.

Housing for older people from the Chinese community in Middlesbrough
Lynn Watson, Pathways Research for Housing Learning & Improvement Network, April 2005
This case study reports upon the successes and challenges of providing sustainable housing for Chinese older people, as part of a mini-Chinatown community development in Middlesborough.

Migrants, minorities and housing: Exclusion, discrimination and anti-discrimination in 15 member states of the European Union
Harrison, M. , Law, I. and Phillips, D., European Monitoring Centre on Racism and Xenophobia, December 2005
This report provides a cross-comparative study of discrimination against black and minority ethnic groups in 15 EU countries, considering similarities and differences in housing disadvantage across the member states.  Barriers to accommodation include refusal based on skin colour, restrictive rules or regulations or violence and harassment to physically exclude some individuals. The report also highlights the differences in the data available from member states, and draws attention to shortfalls in formal monitoring as a basis for policy in some countries.

Black and minority ethnic communities and homelessness in Scotland
Netto, G. et al, Scottish Ethnic Minorities Research Unit, Scottish Executive Social Research, 2004
This report examines the provision and use of homelessness services by black and minority ethnic people in Scotland. The study involved in-depth interviews with agencies providing homelessness services, as well as people who were homeless, who had been homeless or who were at risk of being homeless.

The black and minority ethnic housing crisis
Shelter, September 2004
This report highlights the disportionate experiences of homelessness suffered by black and ethnic minority households compared to the general population. It also draws attention to the poor housing experiences of many black and minority ethnic groups, with Bangladeshi people in particular likely to experience overcrowding and inadequate accommodation.

Empowering communities, improving housing: Involving black and minority ethnic tenants and communities
Mullins, D., Beider, H., and Rowlands, R., Centre for Urban and Regional Studies, Office of the Deputy Prime Minister, June 2004
This report provides good practice guidance on increasing participation by black and minority ethnic tenants, outlining barriers which local authorities may face, such as racism or limited community cohesion.  Attention is also given to key strategies for engagement, such as consultancy, employment and training or tenant involvement on boards or tenants' associations.

The Housing Corporation's BME housing policy: Assessing its impact
Hann, C. and Bowes, E., Managing Diversity Associates, Housing Corporation, 2004
This report considers the Housing Corporation's Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) Housing Policy, assessing how successfully it fulfilled 22 commitments for action which included amongst others, recruiting and supporting BME staff, increasing tenant participation and meeting the needs of BME communities.

Black and minority ethnic housing associations: The challenge of growth and viability
The Housing Corporation, Source Research 69, October 2003
This report considers the success of black and minority ethnic housing associations, comparing with a selection of non-BME housing associations to see the extent to which they faced similar problems.  The study highlights factors which have enabled some associations to develop successfully, whilst others experience problems.

Housing and black and minority ethnic communities: Review of the evidence base
Harrison, M. and Phillips, D., Office of the Deputy Prime Minister, May 2003
This literature review examines the available research on housing, race and ethnicity, identifying good practice and issues which require further attention.

The experience of black and minority ethnic housing staff
Bowes, A., Macintosh, S. and Sim, D., Chartered Institute of Housing in Scotland, November 2002
This report explores the career paths and progressions of black and minority ethnic staff within Scottish housing organisations, considering their qualifications, employment levels and experiences. Based on interviews with 30 self-selecting BME staff, the study also examines perceptions of the Chartered Institute of Housing and the policy and practice of the organisations for which they worked.

An evaluation of how RSLs meet the needs of black and minority ethnic communities
The Housing Corporation, Source Research 50, February 2001
This study investigates the race equality policies of registered social landlords, and follows up the data they have given through interviews with black and minority ethnic tenant focus groups.

Examining the experience of Positive Action Training in Housing
Julienne, L., Joseph Rowntree Foundation, 2001
This study examines the impact of PATH (Positive Action Training in Housing) schemes upon the experiences of black and minority ethnic social housing staff.  The views of ex-PATH trainees are compared with a control group of non-PATH black housing workers to see how the scheme has helped or hindered staff career progressions.

Ethnic diversity, neighbourhoods and housing
Chahal, K., Joseph Rowntree Foundation, August 2000
This study examines the social and economic experiences of people from black minority ethnic groups, examining the interplay between issues such as housing, poverty and cultural differences both for and within black and minority ethnic communities.

Minority ethnic homelessness in London
Chahal, K., Federation of Black Housing Organisations, NHS Executive (London), November 1999
This literature review examines homelessness amongst black and minority ethnic communities. It highlights the difficulty of examining homelessness, with a frequent lack of data failing to highlight key issues such as 'hidden homelessness' (i.e. having no permanent residence, staying with friends etc.) and major differences in patterns of homelessness between different ethnic groups.

Minority ethnic families caring for a severely disabled child (executive summary)
Chamba, R. et al, Joseph Rowntree Foundation, May 1999
This study aims to fill the gap in research relating to the housing circumstances of black and minority ethnic families caring for a disabled child, considering issues such as housing conditions, overcrowding and levels of formal and informal support.  It finds that, with few exceptions, minority ethnic families are much more disadvantaged than white families.

These evidence-based resources provide information and guidance on issues of housing and racial equality.

If there are any resources you feel complement the Briefing Papers on this website, please use the forum, or email the Foundation's Information Officer, Kat Nower.

These evidence-based resources provide information and guidance on issues of housing and racial equality.

If there are any resources you feel complement the Briefing Papers on this website, please use the forum, or email the Foundation's Information Officer, Kat Nower.

These evidence-based resources provide information and guidance on issues of housing and racial equality.

If there are any resources you feel complement the Briefing Papers on this website, please use the forum, or email the Foundation's Information Officer, Kat Nower.