Is it possible to buy a house?

[fluffyduckie]

Not to sound whiny or totally pessimistic but is it possible to buy (and afford to run) a house as a single person with a job rather than a career?

I earn about 16 thousand (before deductions) a year and can't get a mortgage for enough to buy a home. :( I just want my own little home - a little cosy nest.

[poii10]

Round here 3 good sized bedrooms fully refurb bathroom, kitchen. fully decorated, back and front garden safe area £85,000.