Monthly Homeless Report, October 2025
Homelessness in Ireland has continued to rise throughout 2025, reaching record levels and placing mounting pressure on national and local support services. For the fourth consecutive month, more than 16,000 people have depended on emergency accommodation, underscoring the persistence and severity of the crisis. Notably, over 5,000 of those affected are children, highlighting the significant social and developmental risks associated with prolonged housing instability.
The final publication of the Department of Housing’s homelessness figures before Christmas indicate that 16,766 people are currently without a home, an increase of 152 since last month and 1,800 more than in October 2024. Family homelessness has also grown, with 2,484 families now in emergency accommodation, up 41 since last month and 323 higher than this time last year.
It is important to note that these statistics capture only those using state-funded emergency accommodation. Rough sleepers, people in squats, domestic violence refuges, or situations of hidden homelessness, as well as individuals seeking International Protection, are not included in these totals.
We welcome the publication of the new housing strategy this month, particularly given the unprecedented scale of homelessness recorded in 2025. However the levels of homelessness will continue to grow in 2026, unless urgent solutions are delivered.
Key Statistics : October 2025
Total homeless population: 16,766
Adults: 11,492
- Single adults: 7,278 (74.6%)
- Young adults (18–24): 1,997 (17.4%)
Families: 2,484
- Single-parent families: 1,430 (58%)
Children (under 18): 5,274
Adult gender breakdown:
- Male: 6873 (59.8%)
- Female: 4619 (40.2%)
