Population Mobility Trends Show Solna and Sundbyberg Lead in Movement

Sweden’s population mobility trends in 2024 indicate significant residential movement, particularly in the municipalities of Solna and Sundbyberg. According to recent data from Bjurfors, these areas experienced the highest mobility rates in the country. Solna reported a total of 23,817 moves, while Sundbyberg had 15,453, translating to mobility rates of approximately 27,762 and 27,460 moves per 100,000 residents, respectively. These figures are notably over 2.5 times the national average of 11,068 moves per 100,000 inhabitants.

Lawan Farag, a real estate agent with Bjurfors, attributes this high mobility to the attractions of Stockholm, including access to educational institutions and abundant job opportunities. However, many residents eventually relocate to nearby areas seeking more affordable housing options.

Other municipalities featuring significant mobility include Huddinge, Järfälla, and Burlöv, driven by rapid urbanization and expanding job markets. On a regional level, Uppsala, Gotland, and Kronoberg have also shown high population mobility due to factors like seeking education and employment.

Conversely, municipalities with older populations and stagnant job markets, such as Örnsköldsvik and Piteå, showcased much lower mobility rates. In fact, Västra Götaland and Skåne exhibited the lowest mobility rates, with merely 5,110 and 5,523 moves per 100,000, an unexpected scenario given their comprehensive labor markets. Irja Amolin, acting CEO of Bjurfors, commented on the trends, stating that residents in these less mobile regions tend to remain in their homes for extended periods.