Homelessness in Ireland has again reached a record high of 15,747 according to the latest figures published by the Department of Housing. This marks an increase of 167 people compared to the previous month and a rise of 1,588 compared to the numbers reported in May 2024. The rising numbers highlight the intensifying demand for emergency accommodation amidst a worsening housing crisis in Ireland.
Who does this include?
These figures include individuals accessing state funded emergency homeless accommodation across Ireland. People who are rough sleeping, living in squats, living in domestic violence refuges or those who are hidden homeless are not included in the figures. People who seek International Protection are also not captured in this data.
The data is compiled monthly and published during the last full working week of the following month. It offers regional and country- level insights.
May 2025 Key Statistics:
- Total homeless population: 15,747
- Adults: 10,903
- (of which) Single adults: 7,064 (65%)
- Young adults (ages 18 – 24): 1,851 (17%)
- Families: 2,273
- (of which) single parent families: 1,307 (58%)
- Children (under 18): 4,844
Increasing housing supply, prioritising homes for families in emergency accommodation and increased focus on prevention measures are key to solving the crisis.
