Fisciano
Campania · Salerno

Fisciano

14,100 residents · 116,900 within 5 km · 311 m above sea level

69Quality of life
63Infrastructure
69Economy

What Fisciano is actually like

Fisciano, located in the picturesque Campania region, offers a blend of historical charm and modern conveniences, making it appealing to expats and retirees. The town is a short drive from Salerno and Naples, providing quick access to beaches and urban amenities. Fisciano is home to an esteemed university campus, attracting students and fostering a vibrant cultural atmosphere. Local industries are primarily agriculture-based, with an emphasis on quality produce, which supports a rich culinary tradition centered around regional specialties. The town scores moderately for walkability, making daily errands manageable, although public transport options may require some improvement. While Fisciano boasts good air quality and access to healthcare services, the local amenities might not cater to all expatriate needs, potentially necessitating trips to larger cities. This combination of local traditions and proximity to major urban areas positions Fisciano as an intriguing option for those seeking a quieter Italian lifestyle.

How Fisciano is built

Post-war expanded comune

Pre-war 24%Mid-century 54%Modern 22%
Settlement pattern
Compact
4% of homes scattered in the countryside
In town 96%Dispersed 4%
Condition
71%
Ageing stock — 29% needs work
Good / excellent 71%Poor / mediocre 29%
Occupancy
81%
Lived-in year-round — 19% holiday or vacant
Main homes 81%Holiday or vacant 19%
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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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