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This is the most popular type of home in Europe right now

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In 14 EU member states a majority of the population live in apartments. Image: Unsplash/Alex Vasey

Simon Torkington
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Data shows the divide between people living in flats and houses in the European Union.
Data shows the divide between people living in flats and houses in the European Union. Image: Eurostat

As the financial burden of housing grows so does the number of overcrowded homes.
As the financial burden of housing grows so does the number of overcrowded homes. Image: OECD Affordable Housing Database
As the financial burden of housing grows so does the number of overcrowded homes.
As the financial burden of housing grows so does the number of overcrowded homes. Image: OECD Affordable Housing Database
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Those who see identifying and maintaining adequate housing as one of the top-three greatest risks. Image: OECD Risks That Matter Report, 2018

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