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Freebridge Community Housing
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Not-for-profit social housing provider and landlord
Freebridge Community Housing
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Not-for-profit social housing provider and landlord
Overview
Freebridge Community Housing is a not-for-profit social housing provider that owns and manages about 7,500 homes in West Norfolk, including general needs housing and 17 sheltered schemes. It acts as a landlord, handles tenancies, collects rent, and maintains properties, while investing in regeneration and energy-efficiency projects, with Bridgegate Homes helping fund its work. In 2024 it secured £40 million from Lloyds Bank to build 625 new affordable homes by 2027 and upgrade existing stock. The group runs two community centres and a Community Fund to support local groups, aiming to grow affordable housing and improve tenants’ living conditions and community wellbeing, guided by a tenant-led stock transfer origin and a focus on community development.
About Freebridge Community Housing
Industries
Government & Public Sector
Social Impact
Real Estate
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Lichfield, United Kingdom
Founded
2006
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- 2025 financials showed £38.6 million turnover and £3.2 million surplus before tax.
- January 2026 regulator kept G1 and V2 grades, confirming governance and viability strength.
- Freebridge completed a £50 million acquisition of 702 properties after March 2025.
What critics are saying
- Housing Ombudsman cases in April and May 2026 exposed recurring repairs and heating failures.
- Freebridge still derives 95% of turnover from social housing lettings, squeezing flexibility.
- Widespread disrepair claims can drain cash, trigger regulatory action, and shatter lender confidence.
What makes Freebridge Community Housing unique
- Owns 7,500 West Norfolk homes, with deep local tenant relationships and community services.
- Regeneration expertise stands out: Hillington Square delivered 26 homes in Phase 5 during 2024/25.
- Freebridge pairs landlord operations with Bridgegate Homes and sheltered schemes across West Norfolk.
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Benefits
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
Wellness Program
Mental Health Support
Gym Membership
Employee Discounts
Company News
Now on site | roofing refurbishment project - Cromer. Roofing services. Aspect Group Services Ltd is pleased to have recently commenced roofing works in Cromer for Freebridge Community Housing, delivering a full strip and re-tile of an existing block of flats to enhance durability, weather protection, and long-term performance. With scaffolding securely erected by @bdc_scaffolding, its roofing team has now started on site. The project will see the roof fully renewed with new felt, battens, and tiles, providing residents with a refreshed, modern roofing system built to last. This scheme reflects its continued commitment to delivering high-quality roofing solutions across Norfolk, supporting social housing providers with safe, reliable, and well-planned refurbishment works. Get your free quote today. Contact Aspect Group Services Ltd today for a complimentary, risk-free quotation and to learn about its roofing, property services, scaffolding, and renewable energy solutions. Aspect Group Services Ltd do it all, and Aspect Group Services Ltd do it well.
Freebridge secures £40m loan to build more homes.
Your Own Place is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Freebridge Community Housing, who Your Own Place has previously worked with during 2022.
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About Freebridge Community Housing
Industries
Government & Public Sector
Social Impact
Real Estate
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Lichfield, United Kingdom
Founded
2006
Freebridge Community Housing is Hiring for 3 Jobs on Simplify!
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