Flanders social housing fraud investigations surge 71% to record 582 in 2025

Investigations into social housing fraud in Flanders rose 71% year-on-year to a record 582 in 2025, up from 340 in 2024 and 205 in 2023, per Wonen in Vlaanderen data reported by De Tijd. The sharp increase signals intensified enforcement or expanded detection, though underlying causes remain unspecified. This matters as it indicates a policy shift toward cracking down on fraud in a sensitive social welfare area, potentially affecting public trust and housing allocation.