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| General Information / Background |
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Riviera Housing Trust Limited (RHT) is a not-for-profit social landlord registered with the Housing Corporation. It was set up to take the transfer of housing stock from Torbay Council. 2887 flats and houses were transferred to RHT, together with 50 members of staff in February 2001. The properties are spread throughout Torbay, in the towns of Torquay, Paignton and Brixham. It is a predominantly urban authority with a population of 123,400 rising to 200,000 in the holiday season.
The Torbay area is one of inward migration. It has an ageing population as people settle in the area attracted by its weather and location. Torbay gives an outward appearance of affluence, but contains areas of real deprivation. Unemployment is well above the national average and average weekly wages are 31% below the average for England. |
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