Anchor developments

Anchor is the largest not-for-profit provider of specialist housing and care for older people in England. The organization manages over 54,000 homes across nearly 1,700 locations, including more than 120 care homes, supporting over 65,000 residents. Anchor offers a wide range of housing options for individuals aged 55 and over, from affordable rental properties and homeownership schemes to extra care housing and luxury retirement villages. All services are designed to promote safety, comfort, and independent living in later life.

As a charitable organization, Anchor reinvests all surplus income into improving and expanding its housing and care services. The group has a long-term development strategy aimed at delivering 5,700 new energy-efficient homes over the next decade, all built to a minimum EPC B rating or higher. Anchor is committed to sustainability, inclusivity, and resident engagement, ensuring that the voices of older people are represented at both local and national levels. The organization also plays an active role in shaping housing and care policy across the UK.