Homelessness surges in Brussels

Nearly 10,000 people homeless in Brussels, up 25% since 2022: Report

Poverty, high rents, policy changes contribute to surge, according to report by research center Bruss'Help - Anadolu Ajansı

Homelessness surges in Brussels

Hundreds of people are sleeping in public spaces including metro stations, new report shows.

Almost 10,000 homeless in Brussels, study finds

The number of homeless people in Brussels has grown by a quarter in just two years, according to the results of a new census published by regional body Bruss'Help. Brussels has almost 10,000 homeless people, according to the estimates based on a count carried out by 400 volunteers in public spaces...

Crack Use in Public Spaces in the Brussels-Capital Region (2025)

This emerged from the count carried out in November by teams from Brus'help, the regional emergency relief agency. Today, in the Belgian capital, 9,777 people do not have a roof or are housed in poor conditions (that is, they live in shelters, squats or acquaintances). It is 25% more than in 2022. And among them, 1000 people live on the streets. Read more at A European Perspective. www.ertnews.gr

Brussels sees 25% rise in homelessness in 2 years

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – Nearly 10,000 homeless people were counted in Brussels in 2024. About 60% receive help, but 992 still sleep outside. Groups help, but more government action and housing are needed. Many groups in Brussels are working … Read more Continue reading Brussels sees 25% rise in homelessness in 2 years at The Brussels Morning Newspaper.