Thursday, 17 December 2009

Britons flocking to Poitou-Charentes for Retirement

There are over 13,000 Britons living in the western region of Poitou-Charentes. The breakdown of foreigners is:
Portuguese 6600
Moroccans 2900
Algerians 2200
then good numbers for Belgians, Spanish and Guineans

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Flickr photo by dynamosquito

In fact, 1 in 10 of new arrivals in Poitou-Charentes in the last 5 years are foreigners.

More data about the Brits: 85% choose rural areas; over 55% are aged between 50 and 74. However, there are families arriving with youn children (over 1800 aged under 15)

Why choose Poitou-Charentes?
Micro climate similar to south of France
Quiet safe rural area
Sandy beaches, lakes and rivers
Competitively priced properties in Poitou Charentes - especially in the east and north of the region

Other useful resources:
Poitou-Charentes Tourist Board
Poitou Charentes Tourist Video
Living and Moving to Poitou Charentes

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