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Co-housing on the rise to combat loneliness

Published Friday, June 5, 2026 · Updated June 5

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Coverage is limited to a single source, BBC News, indicating a lack of diverse perspectives on the co-housing trend.

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Co-housing is emerging as a growing trend, particularly in the United Kingdom, as a potential solution to combat loneliness. This trend is highlighted by statistics from the Office for National Statistics, which reported that 30% of all households in 2025 consisted of a single person.

What We Know — Key Points

  • According to new figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), 8.6 million people - 30% of all households - were made up of a single person in 2025.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

  • BBC NewsCenter

    The article frames co-housing as a practical and beneficial solution to modern societal challenges like loneliness and the housing crisis, focusing on personal experiences and expert opinions.

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