Retirement Migration to the Mediterranean

Question 1

How many British people were full-time residents in Spain in 2006?

Answer 1

761,000

Question 2

What proportion of ex-pats are aged 65+?

Answer 2

1/5

Question 3

What percentage of ex-pats are retired or economically inactive?

Answer 3

63%

Question 4

Name 3 reasons why people migrate to the Mediterranean.

Answer 4

• Warmer, sunnier climate
• Lower house prices
• Lower cost of living

Question 5

Which nationalities make up most migrants moving to the Mediterranean?

Answer 5

Britons, Germans and Scandinavians.

Question 6

Which coastal regions of Spain are popular migrant destinations?

Answer 6

Andalucia, Alicante and the Balearic Islands.

Question 7

Which coastal region of Italy is a popular destination for migrants?

Answer 7

Tuscany

Question 8

Which coastal region is a popular destination for migrants in Portugal?

Answer 8

Algarve

Question 9

Name 2 characteristics of typical migrants to Mediterranean locations.

Answer 9

Most are:

• in their 50s or early 60s
• couples without dependent children

Question 10

What proportion of British people over 55 live abroad?

Answer 10

1/10

Question 11

How much did the population of Spain grow between 1998 and 2008?

Answer 11

39.7 million to 46.1 million

Question 12

In 2007 what percentage of the population were foreign residents?

Answer 12

Over 10%