麻豆社

Residents of a picturesque village in Suffolk are bucking the trend by voting for a new housing development to be built in the area.

There is one important proviso - at least a third of the houses in Lavenham must be affordable homes for young families.

Andrew Bomford has been speaking to families who are hoping to benefit. Leigh-Ann Green is renting a two bedroomed property, but would like to find one that feels more permanent.

(Photo: Leigh-Ann Green and her children Credit: 麻豆社)