Publication - Consultation paper
Local connection and intentionality provisions in homelessness legislation: consultation
This consultation paper invites your views on commencing the Local Connection and Intentionality provisions in the Homelessness etc. (Scotland) Act 2003.
Annex F
Intentionality data[14]
Chart 7: Scotland: Intentionally homelessness assessments
Table 5 – Applicants assessed as intentionally homeless, by gender
| Gender | Proportion assessed as homeless or threatened with homeless | Proportion assessed as intentionally homeless |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 54% | 60% |
| Female | 46% | 40% |
| Total (number) | 28,792 | 1,551 |
Table 6 – Applicants assessed as intentionally homeless, by household type
| Household type | Proportion assessed as homeless or threatened with homelessness | Proportion assessed as intentionally homeless |
|---|---|---|
| Single person | 65% | 68% |
| Single parent | 23% | 18% |
| Couple | 3% | 4% |
| Couple with children | 5% | 5% |
| Other | 2% | 2% |
| Other with children | 2% | 3% |
| Total (number) | 28,792 | 1,551 |
Table 7 – Applicants assessed as intentionally homeless, by age
| Age | Proportion assessed as homeless or threatened with homelessness | Proportion assessed as intentionally homeless |
|---|---|---|
| 16-17 | 4% | 1% |
| 18-24 | 21% | 17% |
| 25-34 | 33% | 34% |
| 35-49 | 29% | 35% |
| 50-64 | 11% | 12% |
| 65+ | 2% | 1% |
| Total (number) | 28,792 | 1,551 |
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