The number of rats is increasing in Örebro county, while it is decreasing nationwide in Sweden. According to Anticimex, 15,588 rats have been caught in the county in 2025. Nationally, 963,633 rats were caught last year, a ten percent decrease.
In Örebro county, the number of caught rats has reached a record. In 2025, a total of 15,588 rats have been caught, marking an increase compared to previous years. This contrasts with the national trend, where the rat population is declining.
Anticimex, a company specializing in pest control, reports that 963,633 rats were caught in Sweden last year. This represents a ten percent decrease from 2024, according to their figures. The reason for the local increase in Örebro is not specified in the reports, but it highlights regional variations in pest issues.
The article was published in Nerikes Allehanda and is based on Anticimex data. The local rise draws attention to the need for increased control measures in Örebro county, while national figures suggest improved management elsewhere in the country.
