Asset Management Strategy 2026-31
Christian Action Housing Association (CAHA) looks after more than 1,400 homes across Enfield, Haringey, Barnet and Waltham Forest. Our new five-year Asset Management Strategy (2026–2031) explains how we will look after, invest in and improve these homes over the next five years.
Our goal is simple: to make sure every resident has a safe, warm, well-maintained and affordable home they are proud to live in.
What This Strategy Means for You
This plan is about more than bricks and mortar – it’s about people, comfort, and long-term sustainability. Over the next five years we will:
- Keep homes safe by meeting all safety laws and standards, including gas, electrical, water and fire safety.
- Invest in your priorities – replacing kitchens, bathrooms and windows as top priorities based on resident feedback.
- Improve energy efficiency – upgrading homes so they are warmer and cheaper to heat, helping tackle fuel poverty.
- Respond to repairs better – focusing on quality and communication so repairs are completed right the first time.
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Listen to residents – using your feedback through surveys and consultations to shape how we plan and invest.
Our Homes and Communities
We manage a diverse mix of homes – from family houses to supported housing and independent living schemes. Our residents are the heart of our strategy:
- Almost half of our residents are over 55, so we’re making homes easier to live in a people get older.
- We are improving safety, accessibility and comfort in every property.
- We are investing in our communities to ensure our estates are welcoming, clean and safe.
I nvestment for the Future
We will invest £7.7 million over the next five years to maintain and improve our homes. This includes:
- Replacing more than 1,500 key components, such as heating systems, windows, kitchens and bathrooms
- A major programme to bring all homes up to at least Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) Band C, cutting carbon and energy costs.
- Embedding value for money – making every pound spent deliver the most benefit for residents.
Building for the Future
We’re not just maintaining homes – we’re planning ahead. By collecting better data through stock condition surveys, we’ll know exactly what each home needs and when.
We’ll also integrate stock condition surveys into our voids process, checking and updating information every time a home becomes vacant. The final year of the programme includes additional capacity for catch-up surveys, so no home is missed.
Listening and Improving
Our residents have told us what matters most – and we’ve listened:
- Repairs need to be reliable and communicated clearly.
- Safety and comfort are top priorities.
- Good communication builds trust.
We will review our performance regularly and keep residents informed about upcoming works and improvements.
Looking Ahead
This strategy is about protecting our homes, supporting our residents, and investing in our future. We’re committed to providing homes people are proud to live in, creating communities where everyone feels safe and respected, and making sure every investment decision is informed, affordable, and focused on what matters most to residents.