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

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 BoardPoitou Charentes Tourist Video Living and Moving to Poitou Charentes Posted via email from FRANCE facts about
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