Number of homes: Over 5,500
CEO: Clare Budden
Website: www.clwydalyn.co.uk
Areas of operation: Seven counties across North Wales

About

ClwydAlyn is a housing association managing more than 5,500 homes across North Wales. Its stock includes general family housing, supported living, extra care, care homes, and a range of home ownership options. The organisation’s mission is “Together to Beat Poverty,” with a focus on both housing provision and tackling wider issues such as employment, food poverty, and social isolation.

Performance & Accountability

ClwydAlyn is regulated by the Welsh Government and currently meets governance and financial standards. It operates with a social purpose model and, like other Welsh associations, faces ongoing pressures from rising costs and demand for affordable housing.

Strategic Direction

The association’s strategy centres on partnership working to deliver new homes, enhance existing stock, and broaden support services. It has a strong emphasis on linking housing with wider community benefits, including employment programmes and support initiatives aimed at reducing poverty.

Resident Experience

Resident involvement is framed around ClwydAlyn’s mission, with a commitment to listening and responding to community needs. Common issues reflect sector themes such as timely repairs, communication, and balancing support with core housing services.

At a glance

• Homes: 5,500+ across North Wales

• Governance/Viability: Meets Welsh Government regulatory standards

• Focus: Affordable housing, care and support, poverty reduction

• Key identity points: “Together to Beat Poverty” mission, broad housing and care portfolio, strong community focus