Brandenburg's homelessness crisis deepens as evictions and rents surge
Homelessness in Brandenburg is rising, with welfare groups urging the state to take action. As of late January 2024, federal data showed 4,095 people living in temporary shelters. Organisations warn that soaring rents and energy costs could push even more residents into precarious housing situations. Each year, up to 1,000 people in Brandenburg lose their homes through forced evictions. These legal proceedings, overseen by bailiffs, occur when tenants fail to leave voluntarily after a court order. In 2024 alone, 803 such evictions were recorded, though no newer figures have been released.
Families, single parents, and retirees face the highest risk of displacement. To help, welfare groups have created online brochures for every district in the state. These guides include checklists covering tenants’ options, key deadlines, and essential steps to avoid losing their homes. Despite these efforts, campaigners stress that a broader strategy is needed. Without coordinated action, they fear the number of threatened evictions will continue to climb.
The current figures highlight the scale of Brandenburg’s housing crisis. Welfare groups have provided resources, but long-term solutions remain unclear. Authorities now face pressure to develop a plan that prevents further displacement across the region.
