How much would it cost to end rough sleeping?

A new Australian-first study estimated what it would take to end rough sleeping in parts of Western Australia and South Australia.

The study used a Housing First style approach, which combines housing with support services.

To end chronic rough sleeping in Perth and Bunbury, the research says about 1,300 supportive homes are needed to the tune of about $500 million over five years to build and operate them.

For inner Adelaide, about 150 homes and around $50 million are estimated to be needed.

Homelessness is a growing issue in Australia. One in three people seeking crisis accommodation do not receive support, highlighting how damaging housing shortages can be.

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