Brussels' population growth halts after decades, raising new demographic questions today. According to recent statistics, only several dozen residents were added in twenty twenty-five.
International arrivals sharply decreased compared with previous years, while local migration patterns shifted noticeably.
Brussels recorded fewer foreigners living in the city for the first time since years. More individuals moved from Brussels to other Belgian regions than moved into the capital.
Population shifts varied among municipalities, some growing, others experiencing notable declines recently. Births exceeded deaths, making Brussels the only Belgian region with positive natural growth.