The severe material deprivation rate is an indicator that expresses the inability to pay for some articles considered by the majority as desirable or even necessary to lead an adequate life. The indicator measures the percentage of the population that cannot afford at least four of the following nine items: 1. pay their rent, mortgage or utility bills; 2. keep their home adequately warm in winter; 3. Face unexpected expenses; 4. eat meat or proteins regularly; 5. go on holiday; 6. a television set; 7. a washing machine; 8. a car; 9. a telephone.

