TableĀ 2

Hazards scored according to the Housing Health and Safety Rating System regulations (England) 2005

HazardNumber of homes scoring (%)
Overcrowding and lack of space143 (57.4)
Damp and mould growth81 (32.5)
Inadequate facilities for maintaining personal hygiene, sanitation and drainage43 (17.3)
Risk of structural collapse and falling elements of the building24 (9.6)
Inadequate domestic hygiene, pests and refuse20 (8)
Inadequate facilities for storing and preparing food20 (8)
Inadequate supply of uncontaminated water9 (3.2)
Electrical hazards8 (3)
Falls associated with bathing/washing/toileting6 (2.4)
Risk of falling on stairs5 (2)
Excess heat2 (0.8)
Lead1 (0.4)
Risk of falling on level surfaces1 (0.4)
Asbestos and MMF (manufactured mineral fibres)1 (0.4)
Risk of falling between levels1 (0.4)
Carbon monoxide and fuel combustion products1 (0.4)
Position and operability of equipment/amenities1 (0.4)
Uncombusted fuel gas1 (0.4)