New homes aimed at housing rough sleepers have been introduced to a city neighbourhood.

Seven new one-bedroom houses in Kett's Hill have been built in a joint £1.3m initiative between Norwich City Council and Broadland Housing Association.

Each home also comes with its own small front garden.

Councillor Gail Harris, cabinet member for social housing at the city council, said: "We're committed to breaking the cycle of homelessness, and through our collaborative work with Broadland Housing Association, we're finding new and innovative ways to offer targeted support to those who need it.

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"These homes will provide the accommodation and support needed to help former rough sleepers live independent, happy lives."

Michael Newey, chief executive of Broadland Housing Association, added: "This site will provide affordable housing for those in desperate need of accommodation and support - which will transform lives.

"These new homes, in the heart of Norwich on a disused piece of land, will ensure that more people leave the streets and have a home to call their own."