Welcome to Westfield Housing Association

We are a small community housing association based in Westfield, Workington providing a range of high quality, affordable homes in West Cumbria.  Our provision includes the Footsteps Nursery, providing early years learning for some 200 children.

Cost of Living Support

21 Aug 2025

Cost of Living Help from Westfield Housing Association

We understand the pressures being caused by the rises in the cost of living. We are working to ensure that any support required is available to all tenants.

Contact us for support with income maximisation and welfare benefits advice.  We also work closely with other organisations to access funding that you might be eligible for to help you in the short term. You can also check out our Money, Benefits and Wellbeing Advice pages.

If you are experiencing problems because of the cost of living, or another matter, please speak to us. We will do our upmost to assist.

  • CEO Appointment

    Westfield Housing Association is proud to announce the appointment of Debbie Fox as its new Chief Executive Officer. Debbie steps into the role following a highly successful tenure as Acting Chief Executive Officer, which she has served with distinction over the past 6 months. Debbie has worked in social housing for over 27 years, the last six years as Westfield’s Operations Manager. Throughout her time at Westfield, Debbie has demonstrated exceptional leadership, strategic vision, and an unwavering commitment to the organisation’s mission and values. Her steady guidance during periods of transition and her ability to drive meaningful outcomes have made her the ideal candidate to lead Westfield into its next chapter. “We are thrilled to announce Debbie’s appointment as our new CEO,” said Henry Barker, Chair of the Board, “her deep understanding of our community, her proven leadership, and her passion for housing excellence position her perfectly to steer Westfield forward.” Debbie will begin her new role effective immediately. The Board and staff look forward to working alongside her to build on the strong foundation already in place and to continue delivering high-quality housing and support to the communities Westfield serves. Please join us in congratulating Debbie on her appointment.

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    The latest addition of our Annual Report is ready to read. We hope you find it informative and easy to read. If you have any feedback you would like to share you can contact us on 01900 602906 or email enquiries@westfieldha.org.uk

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    On Thursday 21st August we celebrated Operation Respect Westfield AND 75 years of Westfield Housing Association – and what a day it was!