Overview of the Report
The “Les chiffres clés du logement en Occitanie, édition 2026” is a comprehensive study produced by the Direction régionale de l’environnement, de l’aménagement et du logement (DREAL) Occitanie. The publication collates the latest housing statistics for the Occitanie region, highlighting trends in housing stock, social‑housing pressure, energy‑inefficient dwellings and the impact of the MaPrimeRénov subsidy programme. The DREAL, a public authority under the French Ministry for the Ecological Transition, is responsible for regional environmental policy, spatial planning and housing, ensuring that the data reflect official government monitoring.
Key Housing Stock Figures
Occitanie contains 3 759 700 dwellings (2022 census). The housing stock grew by 1.2 % in the latest year, outpacing the national increase of 1 %. Social‑housing providers own 336 920 units, a 1.7 % annual rise, with the Tarn, Hérault, Pyrénées‑Orientales, Haute‑Garonne and Aude contributing most to this growth. The proportion of primary residences classified as energy‑inefficient (DPE F or G) is 6.8 %, well below the national average of 12.7 %.
MaPrimeRénov Impact
In 2025, 10 937 homes benefited from the MaPrimeRénov “renovation d’ampleur” scheme, 9 660 of which were awarded to modest and very modest households. The subsidy supports extensive energy‑efficiency upgrades, aligning with France’s goal to reduce the share of “passoires thermiques”. The average grant per household varies by region, with higher allocations observed in departments with greater housing stock pressures.
Social‑Housing Demand Pressure
Montpellier Métropole exhibits the highest social‑housing demand‑to‑supply ratio in the region, 11.3, indicating significant pressure on affordable housing. Demand pressures are reflected in the number of applications versus allocations: Occitanie recorded 155 600 applications in 2025, but only 24 600 units were allocated, resulting in a pressure ratio of approximately 6.3 % of applications per allocation. Demand is strongest among households with incomes below €1 000 per UC, representing 30 % of requests.
Market Prices and Construction Activity
Median sale price for houses older than two years stands around €210 000, while median price per square metre for comparable apartments is approximately €4 300. New‑build apartment prices vary widely, from €3 900/m² in rural departments to over €5 600/m² in the Toulouse metropolitan area. Construction activity remains robust: 2024 saw ~ 1 350 000 new housing units launched regionally, with a notable increase in collective housing projects.
Energy‑Efficiency and Poverty Indicators
Only 6.8 % of primary residences are classified as “passoires thermiques”, yet 12 % of households face energy‑poverty, indicating a gap between building performance and household income. Poverty rates in the region average 17.5 %, with higher incidences in Ariège and the Aude. The report also details the proportion of households receiving housing‑related benefits, underscoring the social dimension of housing policy.
Data Sources and Methodology
All figures are derived from official French statistical agencies: INSEE census data (2022), CEREMA LOVAC 2024 for vacancy rates, SDES for market prices, and ANAH for subsidy allocations. The data are presented at regional, departmental and, where available, EPCI levels, ensuring granular insight for policy makers and researchers.
Implications for Sustainable Housing
The report underscores the dual challenge of expanding affordable, socially‑balanced housing while improving energy performance. The relatively low share of energy‑inefficient homes suggests progress, yet the high demand for social housing and persistent energy‑poverty highlight the need for continued investment in retrofitting programmes and targeted subsidies. These findings provide a benchmark for pan‑European stakeholders seeking to align housing markets with climate‑neutral objectives.