How quickly can accommodation be arranged in Cambridge?

Emergency accommodation in Cambridge 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 Cambridge?

Options in Cambridge 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 Cambridge?

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

Cambridge · Flood Displacement

Flood Displacement Accommodation in Cambridge

We support housing associations requiring temporary accommodation for residents in Cambridge and the wider East of England area affected by flood displacement.

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Flood Displacement in Cambridge

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

Cambridge's low-lying position near the River Cam creates flood risk in certain areas. The city's mix of historic and modern housing, combined with a strong rental market, provides good temporary accommodation options during insurance claims.

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 Cambridge

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 Cambridge

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.