Pathways to homelessness

Key findings: Use of other government services

The Pathways to Homelessness report analyses patterns in the use of other government services in the year before accessing homelessness services.

Compared to the broader NSW population, in any given year people accessing SHS are:

  • 24 times more likely to be in controlled drug treatment
  • 20 times more likely to have been in custody
  • 16 times more likely to be receiving private rental assistance
  • 13 times more likely to access Legal Aid
  • 10 times more likely to appear in Court.

More information about Pathways to Homelessness

If you have any questions or feedback about Pathways to Homelessness please contact the Homes NSW Homelessness Strategy team.

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Download Pathways to Homelessness Final Report PDF 2.42MB Current as of Monday, 13 January 2025.
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