Population and city structure

The population of the Lahti region doubled and the population of the city of Lahti tripled during the years 1940-1975. Since then the number of inhabitants of Lahti city has continued to increase although the population of the city region has remained stable.

Households are relatively small. More than 70% of them consist of only one or two members. This is reflected in the large number of small apartments.

The city structure in Lahti is compact. Many people live in the city centre. 72% of dwellings in Lahti city are flats. One-family houses are mainly in the suburbs and neighbouring municipalities.

The housing stock is typically new and well equipped. About 75% of dwellings in Lahti city were built after 1960 and only 5% before 1940.

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