Elevation
[?]
Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
27
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
50300
Real Population (5km)
[?]
Our "Real Population" metric reflects more accurately a town's real size by including inhabitants in the immediate vicinity of the town's official borders.
89400
Air Quality Rating
[?]
Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
80
Region
Lazio
Walkability
Somewhat Walkable
Housing availability
[?]
Based on total number of properties (sale and rent) classifies housing availability into five categories: low, relativel ylow, medium, relatively high and high.
Low
Avg Download Speed (Mbps) / Avg Upload Speed (Mbps)
70
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Climate Description
Warm summers, mild winters, moderate rainfall, ample sunlight, occasional snow.
Ardea
Lazio
Historical charm, Mediterranean climate, ancient Roman ruins, affordable living, and welcoming community for expats.
Summary
Ardea, located just 35 kilometers south of Rome, offers a blend of historical charm and modern convenience for expats and retirees. The town, with a population of around 50,000, features a mild Mediterranean climate, making it an attractive destination for those seeking sunnier days. Key attractions include its ancient Roman ruins and proximity to the Mediterranean coast, with beaches located a short drive away. Ardea boasts strong local traditions and an evolving cultural scene, making it an inviting community for newcomers.
While the town excels in healthcare and internet connectivity, expats may find commuting options and local transportation lacking compared to larger cities. Public safety concerns and occasional higher crime rates are noted challenges. Nevertheless, with affordable living costs and a welcoming attitude towards foreigners, Ardea presents itself as a viable option for those seeking an Italian lifestyle within reach of the capital.
✅ Pros
– High-quality healthcare services available in the area.
– Favorable air quality for a healthier lifestyle.
– Low unemployment rate offers good job stability.
– Peaceful, non-touristic environment for a relaxed lifestyle.
– Mild climate throughout the year for outdoor activities.
– Rich cultural and historical heritage to explore.
– Strong community integration opportunities for newcomers.
– Access to essential infrastructure for daily living.
– Reliable transportation options for easy commuting.
– Sufficient internet connectivity for remote work.
❌ Cons
– Limited educational facilities for families with children.
– Healthcare score suggests room for improvement.
– Air quality rating is borderline acceptable.
– Infrastructure score indicates some developmental shortcomings.
– Job market may feel stagnant despite low unemployment.
– Average income rank may affect lifestyle choices.
– Internet speeds may not support heavy remote work use.
– Peaceful living might feel too quiet for some.
– Limited entertainment and nightlife options available.
– Lack of tourist attractions may lead to isolation.
Ardea Demographics
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
50300
Real Population (5km band)
[?]
Our "Real Population" metric reflects more accurately a town's real size by including inhabitants in the immediate vicinity of the town's official borders.
89400
Births Per 100 Deaths
70.0
Population Data Source
ISTAT,2023
Estimated Unemployment Rate
Touristy Index
[?]
Calculation of tourist density index for the city, comparing its total tourist number to the overall average tourist number of the region
relative to its own population.The index indicates how a location’s tourist density compares to the average, with values above
100 representing higher-than-average density and values below 100 representing lower-than-average density.
Not Touristic
Income per capita (2023)
[?]
This is an estimation of average income per resident for this town, based on 2023 data from the Italian Ministry of Finance.
19800
Income rank in Italy (2023)
[?]
This is a ranking of the town's average income per resident, against the full list of townships in Italy.
4367 out of 7901
Infrastructure and Connectivity
Closest Airport
Name
Ciampino (Rome)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
4
Driving Time
36min(s)
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA) is located 12 km southeast of central Rome, close to the Greater Ring Road. It functions primarily as a base for budget airlines like Ryanair and Wizz Air, offering connections to key European destinations such as London–Stansted, Budapest, and Bucharest. As a secondary airport to Fiumicino, it serves nearly 6 million passengers annually, providing a convenient alternative with its focus on low-cost carriers.
2nd Closest Airport
Name
Leonardo da Vinci (Rome Fiumicino)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
10
Driving Time
36min(s)
Leonardo da Vinci Airport, also known as Rome Fiumicino (FCO), is situated approximately 35 km from Rome’s city centre. It is Italy’s largest airport, serving as the main hub for ITA Airways and a crucial gateway for international travel, connecting to over 200 destinations globally, including major European cities like Madrid, Barcelona, and Paris. Known for its efficient transport links, such as the Fiumicino Aeroporto railway station and high-speed connections, the airport also features notable attractions like reproductions of Leonardo da Vinci’s works.
3rd Closest Airport
Name
Perugia-San Francesco d'Assisi (Perugia)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
5
Driving Time
112min(s)
Perugia San Francesco d’Assisi – Umbria International Airport is located in the Umbria region of central Italy, serving the city of Perugia. It primarily offers seasonal flights through airlines such as British Airways and Ryanair, connecting passengers to key European cities like London, Barcelona, and Rome, along with domestic destinations such as Cagliari and Palermo. Not fitting the profile of a major hub, the airport is characterised by its modest passenger numbers but has experienced significant growth recently, making it an accessible entry point to Umbria via road, rail, and regional bus services.
Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Aprilia
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
13min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Aprilia includes various rail lines operated predominantly by Trenitalia, with services to key destinations such as Roma Termini, Rome, Nettuno, and Anzio. Additionally, Italo also operates services connecting to certain destinations. Departures from Aprilia are reasonably frequent, with trains running every 30 minutes to an hour during peak times. The station primarily accommodates regional trains, with no high-speed trains stopping here.
2nd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Campo di Carne
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
6
Driving Time
16min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Campo di Carne provides key connections and services for passengers in Italy. The station is served primarily by Trenitalia, with some services offered by Italo.
– **Rail Lines:**
– Lines to Roma Termini
– Lines to Rome
– Lines to Nettuno
– Lines to Anzio
– Lines to Aprilia
– Lines to Lido di Lavinio
– **Key Destinations:**
– Direct trains connect Campo di Carne to major locations including Rome and Nettuno, providing vital access to these cities.
– **Train Operators:**
– The main operators at this station are Trenitalia and Italo.
– **Frequency of Departures:**
– To Roma Termini: 22 trains per day
– To Rome: 22 trains per day
– To Nettuno: 24 trains per day
– To Anzio: 24 trains per day
– To Aprilia: 22 trains per day
– To Lido di Lavinio: 24 trains per day
– Trains generally operate from early morning until late evening.
– **Types of Trains:**
– The services include a mix of regional trains and possibly intercity trains, focusing mainly on short to medium-distance travel.
3rd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Campoleone
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
17min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Campoleone is operated primarily by Trenitalia, offering regional train services. The station is part of the Rome–Naples railway and connects several key destinations:
– **Rail Lines**: Rome–Naples railway.
– **Key Destinations**: Major destinations include Roma Termini, Napoli Centrale, Pomezia-Santa Palomba, Cisterna di Latina, and Fondi-Sperlonga.
– Direct trains to Roma Termini take approximately 23 minutes, with around 54 trains operating daily.
– Trains to Napoli Centrale take about 1 hour and 47 minutes, with 75 services per day.
– **Train Operators**: Trenitalia is the main operator, facilitating these regional connections.
– **Frequency of Departures**: Departures vary by route, with services typically every 30 to 60 minutes, depending on the destination. Some routes have as many as 54 trains a day.
– **Train Types**: The station primarily serves regional trains, and does not feature high-speed train services.
Infrastructure & Amenities
Within 10km
Auto Repair Shops
28
Bars
76
Cafes
17
Cinemas
0
Dentists
14
Golf Courses
5
Gyms
17
Health Clinics
25
Hiking Trails
4
Historical Sites
131
Libraries
0
Museums
1
Parks
17
Pharmacies
5
Restaurants
3
Shopping Centres
6
Supermarkets
30
Spas
35
Beach
Name
750 Mt Sx Rio Grande
Driving Distance
10mins
Water Quality Rating
4 - Poor
Mountain Resort
Name
Campo Felice - Rocca di Cambio
Driving Distance
112mins
Healthcare
Healthcare Score
[?]
Evaluates hospital/clinic access, drive time to care, and regional quality rankings. Higher scores mean better healthcare.
57
Nearest Hospital Name
Ospedale dei Castelli-Pronto S
Drive Time to Nearest Hospital
18 minutes
Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km
1
Local Public Healthcare Provider
ROMA 6
Healthcare Quality Description
In this area of Lazio, healthcare measures present a mixed picture. Overall performance indicators suggest moderate satisfaction, with the most significant challenge being local hospital care. Specific strengths include prompt attention to bone fractures and breast cancer surgeries using minimal invasive techniques, indicating specialisation in these areas. Heart attack readmissions and post-operative recovery times show competitive results, yet heart failure readmissions lag behind, requiring consideration. Emergency care for severe cardiac events reflects average efficiency. Those considering this region should weigh these healthcare factors alongside other lifestyle considerations.
Safety
Seismic Zone (risk of earthquakes)
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Official seismic zones classify areas based on earthquake risk.
Moderate Earthquake Risk
Road Accidents Rate per 10k Inhabitants
[?]
Calculation of road accidents per 10,000 people based on the number of deaths and injuries registered in roads for year 2022 for the city.
42
Percentage of Population at Landslide Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate landslide risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
1
Percentage of Population at Flood Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate flood risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
1
Car Insurance Price Index
[?]
The car insurance price index is a measure of how a city's average car insurance premium compares to the national average,
expressed as a percentage. A value of 100 indicates that the city's premium is equal to the national average.
Values above 100 show higher premiums, while values below 100 show lower premiums.
116.086
Housing & Property Market
Housing availability
[?]
Based on total number of properties (sale and rent) classifies housing availability into five categories: low, relativel ylow, medium, relatively high and high.
Low
Property Prices per m²
[?]
Calculation of property sale prices per square meter for apartments, houses in the city.
Median (50th Percentile): The midpoint price, where half the values are above and half below.
First Quartile (25th Percentile): The price below which 25% of properties fall.
Third Quartile (75th Percentile): The price below which 75% of properties fall.
First Quartile
1140
Median
1308
Third Quartile
1570
Connectivity & Digital Access
Walkability Description
Somewhat Walkable
Education
Avg Schools Ranking (All Criteria)
[?]
This ranking shows in which decile the town's public schools fall while looking at all the indicators provided by the Italian Ministry of Education for the most recent available year. Note that figures are only provided by the ministry at the school catchment area level, and therefore several schools may be grouped together.
Top 50%
Avg Schools Ranking (Standardised Tests)
[?]
This ranking shows in which decile the town's public schools fall while looking the students' results in national standardised tests. The data is provided by the Italian Ministry of Education for the most recent available year.
Top 50%
Counts of School
Climate & Weather
Precipitation
[?]
Based on daily climate data for precipitation from OPEN-METEO this parameter indicates how a city's annual precipitation compares to others
in terms of percentage, with values ranging from 0 (lowest) to 1 (highest). For example, a percentile rank of 0.75 means the city's
total precipitation is higher than 75% of other cities.
Somewhat Low (21st-30th percentile)
Sunshine
Exceptional (Top 10%)
Snowfall
Low (11th-20th percentile)
Climate Description
Ardea, situated in Italy, offers a climate that balances warmth and moderate seasonal variations, making it suitable for expats and retirees. Summers are quite warm, reaching their peak heat, which typically allows for leisurely days in sun-drenched settings. Winters are mild with very occasional snowfall, ensuring that outdoor activities remain accessible year-round. The area receives a moderate amount of rainfall annually, preserving the lush greenery without excessive wet spells. With ample sunlight throughout the year, Ardea provides an inviting environment for those seeking the tranquility of sunny, pleasant days away from harsher climates.
Annual Temperature Chart (Min)
Climate data provided by Open Meteo, based on 2010–2022 averages.
Annual Temperature Chart (Max)
Climate data provided by Open Meteo, based on 2010–2022 averages.
Sunny Days By Month
Climate data provided by Open Meteo, based on 2010–2022 averages.
Environmental & Air Quality
Classifications
PM10
[?]
PM10 levels indicate Good air quality at 0–20 µg/m³, Fair at 20–40 µg/m³, Moderate at 40–50 µg/m³, Poor at 50–100 µg/m³, Very Poor at 100–150 µg/m³, and Extremely Poor at 150–1200 µg/m³.
Good
PM2.5
[?]
PM2.5 is Good if PM2.5 levels are between 0–10 µg/m³, Fair between 10–20 µg/m³, Moderate between 20–25 µg/m³, Poor between 25–50 µg/m³, Very Poor between 50–75 µg/m³, and Extremely Poor between 75–800 µg/m³.
Fair
NO2
[?]
NO₂ levels are considered Good at 0–40 µg/m³, Fair at 40–90 µg/m³, Moderate at 90–120 µg/m³, Poor at 120–230 µg/m³, Very Poor at 230–340 µg/m³, and Extremely Poor at 340–1000 µg/m³.
Good
SO2
[?]
SO₂ levels indicate Good air quality at 0–100 µg/m³, Fair at 100–200 µg/m³, Moderate at 200–350 µg/m³, Poor at 350–500 µg/m³, Very Poor at 500–750 µg/m³, and Extremely Poor at 750–1250 µg/m³.
Good
O₃
[?]
For O₃, the air is Good at 0–50 µg/m³, Fair at 50–100 µg/m³, Moderate at 100–130 µg/m³, Poor at 130–240 µg/m³, Very Poor at 240–380 µg/m³, and Extremely Poor at 380–800 µg/m³.
Fair
Air Quality Rating
[?]
Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
80
Air Quality Description
When considering relocation, air quality can significantly impact quality of life. In Ardea, Italy, the atmosphere largely offers a breathable environment that meets with general satisfaction. The particulate matter levels – which measure airborne particles detrimental to human health – are notably low, with the larger particles rated as ‘Good’ and the finer particles seen as ‘Fair’. The low concentrations of nitrogen dioxide and sulfur dioxide are also encouraging, reflecting limited pollution from traffic and industrial activities, each rated good in Ardea. Ozone levels are moderate and regarded as ‘Fair’, something potential residents may wish to consider when timing outdoor activities for better respiratory comfort.
When considering relocation, air quality can significantly impact quality of life. In Ardea, Italy, the atmosphere largely offers a breathable environment that meets with general satisfaction. The particulate matter levels – which measure airborne particles detrimental to human health – are notably low, with the larger particles rated as ‘Good’ and the finer particles seen as ‘Fair’. The low concentrations of nitrogen dioxide and sulfur dioxide are also encouraging, reflecting limited pollution from traffic and industrial activities, each rated good in Ardea. Ozone levels are moderate and regarded as ‘Fair’, something potential residents may wish to consider when timing outdoor activities for better respiratory comfort.
Town Descriptions
Getting There
Ardea is accessible via the A91 and A12 highways, facilitating regional connectivity. The nearest train stations offer moderate connectivity, which supports travel toward Rome. Key airports, Ciampino and Fiumicino, are within proximity, enhancing Ardea’s overall accessibility for residents and visitors alike.
Getting Around
Local Cuisine
Ardea, located in the Lazio region of Italy, showcases a rich culinary scene characterized by traditional dishes commonly found throughout Lazio, alongside a variety of international dining options. Traditional fare includes iconic items such as pasta alla carbonara, cacio e pepe, bucatini all’amatriciana, and porchetta di Ariccia, which represent the robust flavors and ingredients typical of the area. Restaurants in Ardea reflect this culinary heritage while also embracing international cuisines, offering a blend of Italian and various global flavors. Establishments feature steakhouses, pizzerias, and seafood restaurants with influences ranging from American to Asian, indicating a diverse dining landscape. Notably, there may be Michel-starred establishments that elevate the local dining experience. Overall, Ardea’s gastronomic offerings provide both traditional and contemporary culinary experiences, catering to a broad range of palates.
Shopping Overview
Shopping in the area offers a diverse range of options suitable for expats and retirees. Supermarkets are plentiful, providing essential groceries and daily needs. For those seeking a more curated experience, boutiques feature unique fashion and home goods. Larger shopping centres accommodate a variety of retail outlets, while specialty shops cater to niche markets, including gifts and local crafts. Additionally, various markets showcase local produce, enhancing the shopping experience for residents looking to explore the culture and community.
Neighborhoods
Green Areas and Parks
Ardea, located in the Lazio region of Italy, offers various opportunities for outdoor activities and enjoying green spaces. The nearby Parco Regionale dei Castelli Romani is notable for hiking and exploring its lush landscapes. Additionally, the Riserva Naturale Statale Del Litorale Romano provides natural reserves ideal for walking and observing local flora and fauna. Local day-trip destinations include Lago Arcobaleno, a body of water for relaxation and nature appreciation.
✅ Pros
– High-quality healthcare services available in the area.
– Favorable air quality for a healthier lifestyle.
– Low unemployment rate offers good job stability.
– Peaceful, non-touristic environment for a relaxed lifestyle.
– Mild climate throughout the year for outdoor activities.
– Rich cultural and historical heritage to explore.
– Strong community integration opportunities for newcomers.
– Access to essential infrastructure for daily living.
– Reliable transportation options for easy commuting.
– Sufficient internet connectivity for remote work.
❌ Cons
– Limited educational facilities for families with children.
– Healthcare score suggests room for improvement.
– Air quality rating is borderline acceptable.
– Infrastructure score indicates some developmental shortcomings.
– Job market may feel stagnant despite low unemployment.
– Average income rank may affect lifestyle choices.
– Internet speeds may not support heavy remote work use.
– Peaceful living might feel too quiet for some.
– Limited entertainment and nightlife options available.
– Lack of tourist attractions may lead to isolation.
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