THE number of homeless people in Jersey dropped during the last three months of 2025.
New figures showed that there were a total of 267 homeless Islanders between October and December, down from 333 from the previous quarter.
Around 70% of those classed as homeless were men, with substance use cited as the highest reason for homelessness, accounting for around 14% during 2025.
Among women, being at risk of, experienced or escaping domestic abuse was the main
recorded reason for homelessness across 2025 at 26% of cases.
The report states: It is also important to recognise that the reasons why a person will find themselves in a state of homelessness are complex.
“Although reasons and themes are drawn out in the Homelessness in Jersey Reports, each set of circumstances will always be unique to a person. Similarly, a person’s need for support is also unique, which can influence how and when they are able to move back into a self-managed tenure.”
The recorded number of homeless people in Jersey peaked between April and June last year, when there were 341.
Housing Minister Sam Mézec, said: “I am grateful to the emergency accommodation and service providers, FREEDA, JAYF, Sanctuary Trust and The Shelter Trust, as well as the Housing Advice Service, for their ongoing contribution and support in supplying the data used to produce these reports.
“The reports set out the wide range of challenges faced by individuals, detailing their personal circumstances and the factors that have contributed to their homelessness, while also capturing the valuable perspectives of service providers themselves.
“This evidence has played an important role in strengthening our approach to tackling homelessness across several areas, with progress outlined in the update I published in January. The findings have also helped shape responses in connected and complex areas, including Jersey’s Mental Health Strategy.
“While I welcome the overall reduction in the number of people seeking support during the fourth quarter of 2025, this must not lead to complacency. Our commitment to addressing and resolving homelessness for Islanders remains unwavering.”
