How quickly can accommodation be arranged in London?

Emergency accommodation in London can typically be sourced within hours. For planned decants, accommodation is arranged in advance to align with works schedules.

What types of accommodation are available in London?

Options in London include hotels, serviced apartments, extended stay accommodation and furnished rental properties. The type depends on household needs and expected duration.

Can you support multiple households in London?

Yes. We coordinate accommodation for multiple households simultaneously in London and surrounding areas during large-scale decant programmes.

London · Flood Displacement

Flood Displacement Accommodation in London

We support housing associations requiring temporary accommodation for residents in London and the wider Greater London area affected by flood displacement.

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Flood Displacement in London

Flooding from rivers, surface water or escape of water can make housing association properties uninhabitable, requiring temporary accommodation while drying and repairs take place.

As the UK's largest city, London handles a significant volume of residential insurance incidents. From high-rise evacuations in the City to terraced house fires in the suburbs, temporary accommodation demand is consistently high across all London boroughs.

Temporary Accommodation During Flood Displacement

Flood-affected properties require extensive drying before repairs can begin. This process can take months, during which residents need stable temporary accommodation. Housing associations must coordinate accommodation while managing the repair programme.

Key Challenges

Flooding often affects multiple properties simultaneously, creating high demand for temporary accommodation in the affected area. Properties may need 3-6 months of drying before any repair work can begin.

Typical duration: 3 to 12+ months including drying period

The Typical Process

Flood waters recede or water leak is contained

Property assessed for damage and contamination

Industrial drying equipment installed

Temporary accommodation arranged for displaced residents

Repair and restoration works commence once property is dry

Residents return after works are completed

Who We Support in London

Asset Management Teams

Managing works programmes requiring resident relocation.

Resident Services Teams

Supporting tenants during temporary relocation periods.

Building Safety Teams

Managing safety works and remediation programmes.

Repairs & Maintenance Teams

Coordinating accommodation during repair works.

Accommodation Options in London

Hotels — Immediate availability for emergency short-term stays.

Serviced Apartments — Self-contained accommodation with kitchen facilities for families.

Extended Stay Accommodation — Purpose-built for stays of several weeks or months.

Furnished Rental Properties — Residential properties for longer-term planned decants.