West Lothian Council and Registered Social Landlords have met their affordable housing supply milestone two years ahead of schedule.

The programme set out to deliver 1,621 additional social homes between 2023 and 2028. Completion of the last 10 properties at Winchburgh Grange in July 2026 confirmed the target had been reached early, a notable outcome following the council's 2024 declaration of a housing emergency.

A further 356 homes are expected to be completed across West Lothian by December 2027, taking delivery 22% above the original goal.

All homes have been constructed by developers, supporting employment opportunities for local people. The homes are being provided by West Lothian Council or Registered Social Landlords.

Executive councillor for housing, George Paul, recently joined council housing staff at the Winchburgh Grange site to see the newly handed over properties.

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A tenant who has recently moved into a new build home at Winchburgh Grange said: "Our new home has truly changed our lives in ways we never imagined. Our previous house simply wasn't suitable for our family's needs, and it brought a lot of daily stress and worry. Moving into this beautiful home, in such a lovely area, has given us the fresh start we desperately needed. For the first time in a long time, we feel settled, secure, and able to simply enjoy being together as a family. The difference it has made to our happiness and wellbeing is incredible, and we wake up every day feeling grateful. It's not just a new house—it's given us a better quality of life and a future we can look forward to."

Cllr George Paul said: "The Council along with partners, has remained focused on delivering high-quality affordable homes and has successfully reached its target ahead of schedule. I'd like to thank all involved and I hope all of our tenants enjoy living in their new homes."

Julie Whitelaw, Head of Housing, Customer and Building Services said: "It is pleasing to reach this milestone early and I would like to thank our staff and partners for their commitment to increasing the number of available social homes in West Lothian."

Anyone seeking housing is encouraged to apply to local Registered Social Landlords as well as West Lothian Council. A list of Registered Social Landlords and their developments is available on the council's website: www.westlothian.gov.uk/article/32824/Housing-Associations-and-Landlords