Campania · Caserta

Maddaloni

36,700 residents · 243,600 within 5 km · 55 m above sea level

80Quality of life
74Infrastruktur
68Economy

What Maddaloni is actually like

Maddaloni, located in the province of Caserta, Campania, offers expatriates a glimpse into Italy's rich history and cultural tapestry. Just a short drive from Naples, the town is set against the scenic backdrop of the Tifata hills and is historically significant, featuring the remnants of the ancient village of Calatia, which dates back to Roman times. Key attractions include the Archaeological Museum of Antica Calatia, showcasing local history, and picturesque churches like the Annunziata and Corpus Domini. Though Maddaloni boasts an appealing walkable environment and a vibrant local culture, it may present challenges, such as limited accessibility to prime coastal beaches and public healthcare rankings. With a strong local community and the advantages of a lower cost of living, Maddaloni is increasingly becoming a choice for retirees seeking a quieter life with a touch of Italian tradition.

How Maddaloni is built

Post-war expanded comune

Pre-war 26%Mid-century 62%Modern 12%
Settlement pattern
Compact
3% of homes scattered in the countryside
In town 97%Dispersed 3%
Condition
71%
Ageing stock — 29% needs work
Good / excellent 71%Poor / mediocre 29%
Occupancy
83%
Lived-in year-round — 17% holiday or vacant
Main homes 83%Holiday or vacant 17%
MaddaloniMontedecoroGrotticella-ScarfatoMessercolaStrettola IIPerroneMasseriola III
Historic coreEstablishedPost-warModernRuralSparsely built

Building age, condition and occupancy from the ISTAT census (2011), by census section. Occupancy is shown as one honest split — the 2011 census does not reliably separate holiday homes from vacant ones.

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