Stockport Homes | Social Housing | Stockport | ALMO
Overview
Stockport Homes is an Arms Length Management Organisation (ALMO) that manages council housing in Stockport. The organisation took over the management of 11,500 council homes from Stockport Council in 2005.
Since then, Stockport Homes has grown into a respected housing organisation known for strong services and a focus on community wellbeing.
Stockport Homes is a not-for-profit organisation. This means income is reinvested back into homes, neighbourhoods and services for residents.
What Stockport Homes does
Managing and maintaining homes
A core role of Stockport Homes is the management of council housing across the borough. This includes repairs, maintenance, housing management and support for tenants.
The aim is simple. Provide safe homes that are well managed and well maintained.
Supporting residents
Housing services go beyond buildings. Stockport Homes works closely with residents to help them stay secure in their homes and improve their quality of life.
Support can include:
- Help with tenancy management
- Advice on finances and employment
- Access to community support services
- Help for vulnerable residents
Improving neighbourhoods
Stockport Homes also plays a key role in improving neighbourhoods. This includes regeneration work, community programmes and partnerships with local organisations.
The goal is to create places where people feel proud to live.
Building and providing new homes
Housing demand continues to grow across Greater Manchester. Stockport Homes supports the development of new homes to help meet that need.
New housing projects aim to provide safe, modern and affordable homes that support long-term community growth.
A strong community focus
Working with partners
Stockport Homes works closely with the council, charities, community groups and local services. These partnerships help deliver wider support for residents and strengthen local communities.
Supporting employment
The organisation also supports employment opportunities through training, apprenticeships and local programmes.
Helping people into work can improve both financial stability and wellbeing.
Why Stockport Homes stands out
Award-winning services
Stockport Homes is widely recognised for the quality of its housing services. The organisation has won several awards for customer service, housing management and community work.
A not-for-profit approach
Because Stockport Homes is not driven by profit, resources can be reinvested in homes and services. This supports better outcomes for residents and neighbourhoods.
Local knowledge
Being based in Stockport means the organisation understands the needs of the borough and the communities it serves.
Key areas of expertise
Stockport Homes delivers services across several areas of housing and community support, including:
- Social housing management
- Property maintenance and repairs
- New build housing and development
- Private rented housing services
- Employment and skills support
- Neighbourhood and community services