Slight Drop in Rate Masks Rising Jobless Numbers

Unemployment in Sant Feliu de Llobregat fell slightly in October to a rate of 6.9%, but the number of people without work rose to 1,606, an increase of 25 compared to September’s 1,581, according to data from the Baix Llobregat Regional Observatory (Observatori Comarcal del Baix Llobregat).

Compared to October 2025, unemployment in the town has risen by 75 people, indicating a longer-term upward trend despite the marginal improvement in the rate.

Baix Llobregat and Catalonia See Broader Increases

The wider Baix Llobregat region recorded 33,042 unemployed people in October, an increase of 476 from September. Despite this, the registered unemployment rate remained unchanged at 7.7%.

Year-on-year, the region has added 525 more jobless residents compared to October 2025.

Catalonia-Wide Joblessness Continues to Climb

Across Catalonia, unemployment reached 8% in October, with 338,246 people registered as unemployed. This marks an increase of 8,174 from September and 13,751 more than in October 2025.

  • Sant Feliu: 1,606 unemployed (6.9%)
  • Baix Llobregat: 33,042 unemployed (7.7%)
  • Barcelona province: 246,812 unemployed (8.5% in September, latest available)
  • Catalonia: 338,246 unemployed (8%)
The data highlights that while local rates may fluctuate, the underlying trend in joblessness remains upward across the region and wider territory.

Residents seeking employment support can access labour market services through the Diputació de Barcelona’s employment portal, which provides job listings, training programmes, and advisory resources.

Sources: Sant Feliu de Llobregat, diaricatalunya.cat, Barna.News News Desk, elllobregat.com.