ickefamiljehushåll

Ickefamiljehushåll, often written as icke-familjehushåll, is a term used in demographic statistics to describe households whose residents are not related by kinship through blood, marriage, or adoption. The defining criterion is the absence of kin ties among members; the household is formed through co-residence rather than family ties.

Common examples include students sharing an apartment, roommates or flatmates, lodgers living with a householder, and other groups living together in a dwelling without family relationships. The category can also cover non-relatives in co-housing or communal living arrangements where residents are not related.

In contrast, familjehushåll (family households) consist of related persons, such as parents and children. Some statistical systems also record households that include both related and non-related members, but ickefamiljehushåll is used to distinguish the non-family form.

Demographically, ickefamiljehushåll tend to be more common in urban areas and among younger adults, especially in contexts with housing cost pressures and high mobility. They are relevant for understanding housing demand, rental markets, energy use, and patterns of social interaction.

Data and policy use: Statistical agencies classify households using this distinction to analyze living arrangements, migration, and urban development. Definitions and coverage can vary by country and over time, which can limit cross-national comparability. When comparing data, it is important to consult national statistical metadata for precise criteria.