In Belgium, residents are moving more and more from one region to another (Flemish Region, Wallonia and Brussels-Capital Region). Thus, in 20 years, the number of migrations between the 3 regions has increased. These migrations are particularly high between Brussels and Flanders: in the course of 2016, 24 000 inhabitants left Brussels to settle in Flanders, which represents an increase of 55% compared to the level in 1997.
This is the main finding of the study on interregional migration, conducted jointly by the three regional statistical and analytical institutes – IBSA, IWEPS and Statistiek Vlaanderen. This demographic study explores the recent trends (1997-2016) of migratory flows between the three regions of the country and illustrates them with numerous maps. It highlights the continuation of the peri-urbanization of Brussels in Flanders and Wallonia, but also reveals new particular migratory logics.
For more information, read the study report.
From 24 to 27 September 2026, Brussels Art Square returns for its 24th edition in…
Two boys survived the impossible. One defeated a dark wizard and grew into the world's…
Once upon a time… Little Red Riding Hood and the Great Autumn Ball. New this…
On Saturday, 12 September, TheMerode in Brussels opens its doors to everyone for the second…
Is it just us, or does summer already feel like a distant memory? :) We’re…
The new edition of our print magazine is finally here. Perfect for your coffee table…