Some facts about the homeless issue. 

How many people sleep rough each night?

According to the latest figures, collected in the autumn of 2013 and published in February 2014, 2,414 people are estimated to be sleeping rough on any one night.

Is rough sleeping on the rise?

This was up 5% from the estimated number of rough sleepers in 2012, 11% from 2011, and 37% from 2010.

Which areas saw the biggest increases?

Five regions reported an increase in rough sleepers when compared to 2012; the South West, South East, East, East Midlands and North West. The East Midlands reported the largest percentage increase at 50%. In level terms, South East England reported the largest increase in rough sleepers, up 90 from the previous year.

Source:www.homeless.org.uk