Homelessness in EU cities and towns before and during the Covid-19 pandemic

This EU study surveyed 133 towns and cities across 16 countries, analyzing homelessness based on size (small towns to big cities). Interestingly, smaller towns were more likely to report no homelessness, while those with homeless populations had a wider variety of individuals experiencing it. Additionally, smaller towns saw more stable homeless numbers during the pandemic compared to larger cities. The reasons for these differences are unclear : Better prevention programs ? migration patterns ? Or even how homelessness is measured ?

This research is important for creating better policies to address homelessness, aligning with the United Nation's "Leave No One Behind" principle for sustainable development.