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MAP: Which areas of France are set to see a population fall by 2070?

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 12:53:58 +0100

Forecasts predict that the French population in 2070 will be about the same size it is today - but the overall population will be considerably older and have seen a significant geographical shift.

Births, marriages and many deaths: Five things that happened to France's demographics in 2020

Wed, 20 Jan 2021 12:10:09 +0100

There were many deaths but despite the pandemic births and even the odd marriage continued - here's what happened to the population numbers in France in 2020.

What you need to know about France’s rising population

Mon, 26 Jun 2017 13:51:50 +0200

By the year 2050 France will be home to millions more people, but certain areas of the country will see population grow more than others. Here's a look at the key points.

How France's population will look in the year 2060

Wed, 02 Mar 2016 11:18:02 +0100

What will the population of France look like in the year 2060? Given that many of us might not be around to find out, here's a look to the future.

Population snapshot for France's new regions

Wed, 15 Apr 2015 17:37:34 +0200

Statistics agency Insee has just released its yearbook for France and its territories, which for the first time takes into account the country’s redrawn regional map. The Local took a look at the numbers.

Population of France to pass 70 million by 2050

Wed, 02 Oct 2013 11:57:00 +0200

The population of mainland France will reach 72 million by 2050, according to a French study published on Wednesday. The report (see below) also found that the total global population will shoot up from 7.1 billion today, to 10 or 11 billion by the end of the century.

Baby boom pushes population to 65 million

Mon, 02 Jan 2012 09:25:00 +0100

The highest birth rate in Europe has helped increase the French population to more than 65 million people, according to official statistics expected this month.