Where's Home: Living off the motorway

Some people are living in vans and caravans due to the high rise in house prices. Credit: ITV West Country

  • As part of our 'Where's Home' series, ITV News has been investigating the growing housing crisis across the country:

People living in Bristol are resorting to living in vehicles parked off the motorway because they are facing high house prices.

Despite many having full time jobs the cost of renting privately in the city has tripled in the last decade - making it unaffordable for some.

Bristol City Council estimates there are now around 200 people living in vans and caravans across the city.

House prices have risen faster in Bristol than in any other city in the country.

Bristol City Council say they recognise there's a problem and aim to invest £200million pounds into building affordable homes over the next five years.

Bristol City Council say they will invest £200million pounds into building affordable homes. Credit: ITV West Country