LGBTQ+ homelessness is widespread. Nearly half of LGBTQ+ adults surveyed for this study have experienced homelessness over their lifetime, including a fifth within the last year. Risk of homelessness was high among LGBTQ+ adults. Yet confidence in public homelessness services is low.

Stakeholders highlighted the importance of inclusive services and trust when addressing specific needs of LGBTQ+ subgroups. Concerns were raised about the strength of commitment to LGBTQ+ equality in current service provision.

Recommendations include developing evidence-based ‘good practice’ guidance for services, including a quality mark to assure LGBTQ+ individuals of safe, inclusive support, local authorities proactively and visibly addressing LGBTQ+ homelessness, ensuring targeted and inclusive services to meet the specific needs of marginalised LGBTQ+ people.

Specialist services, especially for young LGBTQ+ people, were also identified as important.