The employment in the landscape care and maintenance service activities sector in Belgium has shown a steady upward trend over the past years. In 2023, it stood at 10.46 thousand full-time equivalents, up by 3.93% compared to 2022. Between 2015 and 2023, the sector experienced a notable increase, highlighted by significant year-on-year variations such as 21.57% in 2018 and a downturn of -3.81% in 2020. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the recent five-year period ending in 2023 is 3.61%.
Looking ahead, the forecast suggests a favorable outlook with employment expected to reach 12.39 thousand by 2028, marking a forecasted 5-year CAGR of 2.67% and a 14.08% growth rate over this period. These figures indicate a sustained positive growth trajectory.
Future trends to watch for include advancements in technology and automation within the sector, influencing both employment and service delivery. Additionally, environmental policies and the increasing demand for green spaces are likely to drive further growth and potentially alter employment dynamics.
