A four-bedroom home occupied by a family of six could actually be classified as either under-occupied or overcrowded — depending on the age and gender of its members, according to Eurostat's definition. (Photo: Curtis Adams)

Analysis

Could reducing under-occupation help solve the European housing crisis?

Health & Society

by Sergi Pijuan, Brussels,

Across Europe, the housing crisis is a pressing concern. Rising rents, soaring property prices, and increasing urban demand are eroding citizens' purchasing power, making it harder to meet other essential needs.

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Sergi Pijuan joined EUobserver in 2025, focusing on data analysis and visualisation. After years of experience in the digital marketing sector, he pivoted to economic analysis. Originally from Catalonia, Sergi relocated to Brussels to deepen his understanding of European affairs.