Half-a-million over-55s struggle to move as they can't find homes with the space, parking, garden and running costs they need

Almost one in five homeowners aged over 55 have considered moving since 2014 but have not done so. Of these, almost a quarter said a lack of suitable housing was to blame. 


A suitable home was defined as a good-quality build with parking. It also needed to be close to amenities, with good transport links and have space, parking and a garden.