The article “Housing Satisfaction in a European Perspective” (2024) by Inge Hendriks and Jornt Mandemakers explores how satisfied Dutch residents are with their housing compared to other European countries. Using data from the Generations & Gender Survey, it finds that the Dutch rate their housing satisfaction at an average of 7.9 out of 10, which is relatively high in Europe. Older individuals and those living with a partner tend to report higher satisfaction than younger people and singles, a trend observed across other European countries. Despite challenges in the Dutch housing market, particularly for young people and singles, overall housing satisfaction remains high. The study highlights the importance of addressing the needs of groups negatively affected by housing market issues.
Hendriks, I., & Mandemakers, J. (2024). Housing Satisfaction in a European Perspective. Demos: Bulletin on Population and Society, 40(10), 6-7. Link to article
