The story
Founded by Thomas Southwood Smith in 1841.1
Private company
Metropolitan Association for Improving the Dwellings of the Industrious Classes
MAIDIC was a Victorian company, improving the dwellings of working classes in London
In London, the Metropolitan Association for Improving the Dwellings of the Industrious Classes (MAIDIC) was a Victorian-era, philanthropically-motivated model dwellings company. The association, established in 1841, was fore-runner of the modern housing association which sought to provide affordable housing for the working classes on a privately run basis, with a financial return for investors.2 It was founded by Thomas Southwood Smith.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0
Last updated Oct 21, 2026.
Overview
1841Founded1
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In London, the Metropolitan Association for Improving the Dwellings of the Industrious Classes (MAIDIC) was a Victorian-era, philanthropically-motivated model dwellings company. The association, established in 1841, was fore-runner of the modern housing association which sought to provide affordable housing for the working classes on a privately run basis, with a financial return for investors.2
Leadership
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- FounderThomas Southwood Smith1
Timeline
- 1841Founded Founded1
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