Climate Change Risks for UK Homes by 2050
Millions of UK homes are at risk from climate change by 2050, facing threats such as flooding, subsidence, and rising temperatures, according to Aviva's third Building Future Communities report.
The report combines the latest data to outline the potential impacts of climate change on homes and emphasizes the importance of preventative measures to protect homes, businesses, and communities.
- Flooding due to rising sea levels and heavier rainfall
- Subsidence
- Rising temperatures
Some of the UK’s iconic sites, including Cardiff Bay, York city centre, and Liverpool waterfront, could be vulnerable to flooding due to rising sea levels, heavier rainfall, and more frequent extreme weather.
Author's summary: Climate change poses significant risks to UK homes by 2050.