Traveller numbers increase by 32%

The number of Travellers in Ireland increased by 32% between 2006 and 2011 — but only 12% live in caravans or mobile homes.

There are 29,573 Travellers, up from 22,435 in 2006, with numbers increasing in every county except Waterford, which recorded a 7% decrease.

The biggest percentage increase was recorded in Cavan, where Traveller numbers rose by 114%, and Donegal, where numbers climbed by 99%.