Elevation
[?]
Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
539
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
28200
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.
224200
Air Quality Rating
[?]
Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
90
Region
Sicilia
Walkability
Very 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.
Relatively Low
Avg Download Speed (Mbps) / Avg Upload Speed (Mbps)
109
/ 47
Climate Description
Warm summers, cool winters, abundant sunshine, light snowfall, moderate rainfall.
Belpasso
Sicilia
Located near Mount Etna, this Sicilian town offers historical sites, community festivals, and mild climate.
Summary
Belpasso, located on the eastern flanks of Mount Etna in Sicily, presents an appealing option for expats and retirees seeking an authentic Italian lifestyle. The town boasts a vibrant mix of historical sites and community festivals, such as the Feast of Santa Lucia and the Porchetta Festival, which showcase its rich cultural heritage. Expats can explore the charming churches and the Nino Martoglio city theater, a centerpiece of local arts. With a mild climate, excellent transportation, and close proximity to major urban centers like Catania, Belpasso allows for both tranquility and accessibility.
However, potential residents should be aware of certain challenges. Local healthcare is rated well, yet safety remains a concern due to higher crime rates. The educational system is also noted to be lacking, which may impact families with children. As with many Sicilian towns, the depth of local culture can require some time and patience to fully appreciate.
✅ Pros
– Mild Mediterranean climate, ideal for year-round outdoor activities.
– Rich cultural history with historical sites and local traditions.
– Quality healthcare system with accessible medical facilities nearby.
– Good air quality for a healthier living environment.
– Low tourist traffic ensures a peaceful and authentic experience.
– Strong community spirit with integration opportunities for newcomers.
– Decent infrastructure supporting daily commuting and local transport.
– Affordable cost of living compared to larger Italian cities.
– Close proximity to Mount Etna for nature enthusiasts.
– Local markets offer fresh produce and authentic Sicilian cuisine.
❌ Cons
– Limited job opportunities may challenge financial stability for newcomers.
– Educational facilities may not meet standards of larger cities.
– Internet connectivity could be inconsistent in some areas.
– Local bureaucracy can be frustratingly slow and complex.
– Transportation options may be limited outside peak hours.
– Cultural activities may not be as diverse or frequent.
– Weather can be hot in summer, especially for sensitive individuals.
– Language barrier can hinder communication and integration efforts.
– Shopping options may be limited compared to urban areas.
– Emergency services may have longer response times in rural areas.
Belpasso Demographics
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
28200
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.
224200
Births Per 100 Deaths
110.0
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.
16800
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.
6053 out of 7901
Infrastructure and Connectivity
Closest Airport
Name
Catania Fontanarossa (Catania)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
22min(s)
Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) is situated in Sicily, Italy, and serves as a significant air travel hub in the Mediterranean. This airport facilitates connections to numerous European cities such as Rome, Munich, Amsterdam, and London, with key routes including Catania to Rome, one of Italy’s busiest. Notably, it accommodates low-cost carriers like Ryanair and Wizz Air, making it accessible for budget travellers and providing direct flights to leisure destinations. Recent terminal expansions enhance passenger experience, although the airport experienced a temporary disruption in July 2023 due to a fire in the terminal.
2nd Closest Airport
Name
Tito Minniti (Reggio Calabria)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
6
Driving Time
96min(s)
Reggio Calabria Airport, also known as Tito Minniti (IATA: REG), is located in the southern part of Calabria, Italy, approximately 7 km from Reggio Calabria city centre. As one of the busiest airports in Calabria, it offers regular flights within Italy to destinations like Milan Linate and Rome Fiumicino, and international seasonal services to Tirana. Known for serving as an access point for the Strait of Messina region, the airport connects travellers primarily through ITA Airways and Ryanair, catering to both domestic and select European routes.
3rd Closest Airport
Name
Falcone Borsellino (Palermo)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
9
Driving Time
113min(s)
Falcone Borsellino Airport (PMO) is located in Cinisi, about 35 km northwest of Palermo, the capital of Sicily, Italy. It is the second largest airport on the island, handling over 8 million passengers annually. The airport primarily serves destinations across Europe and offers seasonal flights to New York City. Notable airlines include Aeroitalia, Ryanair, and Volotea, indicating a strong focus on budget-friendly travel options.
Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Paternò
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
4
Driving Time
19min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Paternò includes the Ferrovia Circumetnea line, which serves as a narrow-gauge railway. The station primarily facilitates regional travel within Sicily, connecting passengers to nearby destinations such as Catania and the town of Adrano. Train services are operated by Trenitalia, focusing mainly on local and regional routes.
2nd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Bicocca
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
21min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Bicocca includes two main rail operators: Trenitalia and Italo. The station connects to several key destinations with a mix of direct train services. The main rail lines that stop at Bicocca consist of regional and intercity services, but high-speed trains are not a feature of this station.
**Key Destinations Connected by Direct Trains:**
– Milan Central Station
– Catania Centrale
– Taormina-Giardini
– Siracusa
– Catania
– Milan Malpensa Airport
**Frequency of Departures:**
Departures are quite frequent, especially to Catania and Taormina, with:
– Catania Centrale: 24 trains per day
– Taormina-Giardini: 23 trains per day
– Siracusa: 14 trains per day
– Catania: 26 trains per day
– Milan Central Station: 12 trains per day
– Milan Malpensa Airport: 9 trains per day
Typically, trains operate from early in the morning (around 5:45) until later in the evening (around 20:00) for these destinations.
Overall, Stazione di Bicocca offers a vital connection within the regional rail network but focuses more on regional and intercity services rather than high-speed connections.
3rd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Santa Maria di Licodia Sud
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
4
Driving Time
24min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Santa Maria di Licodia Sud includes the following details:
– **Rail lines that stop here**: The station is served by the Ferrovia Circumetnea, a narrow-gauge railway.
– **Key destinations connected by direct trains**: The station connects to several key destinations including Catania Borgo, Paternò, Biancavilla, Adrano, and Riposto, as well as other locations along the Circumetnea line.
– **Train operators**: The primary operator is Ferrovia Circumetnea (FCE).
– **Frequency of departures**: Specific frequency information is not readily available, but departures typically vary.
– **Type of services**: The services are primarily regional with a focus on local stops, operating on a narrow-gauge railway (950 mm).
Infrastructure & Amenities
Within 10km
Auto Repair Shops
141
Bars
217
Cafes
90
Cinemas
26
Dentists
71
Golf Courses
0
Gyms
57
Health Clinics
46
Hiking Trails
61
Historical Sites
266
Libraries
6
Museums
73
Parks
88
Pharmacies
80
Restaurants
352
Shopping Centres
212
Supermarkets
274
Spas
154
Beach
Name
Plaia-Torrente Acquicella 350 M Sud
Driving Distance
26mins
Water Quality Rating
3 - Sufficient
Mountain Resort
Name
Etna Sud - Nicolosi
Driving Distance
28mins
Healthcare
Healthcare Score
[?]
Evaluates hospital/clinic access, drive time to care, and regional quality rankings. Higher scores mean better healthcare.
67
Nearest Hospital Name
Osp. Garibaldi-P.S. Ostetr. Pe
Drive Time to Nearest Hospital
22 minutes
Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km
51
Local Public Healthcare Provider
ASP CATANIA
Healthcare Quality Description
In this area of Sicily, the health services exhibit a mixed performance. While overall quality is above average nationwide, local hospital care is notably suboptimal. Emergency treatment for severe conditions varies, with heart attack and heart failure readmissions being low but swift STEMI intervention being moderately effective. Orthopaedic emergency care is handled adequately, and postoperative stays are generally brief. However, the response to specific cardiac emergencies is limited. Surgical approaches to breast cancer incorporate some advanced techniques but remain less than optimal. Potential residents should carefully evaluate these aspects against their healthcare needs when considering relocation to this region.
Safety
Seismic Zone (risk of earthquakes)
[?]
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.
43
Percentage of Population at Landslide Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate landslide risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
0
Percentage of Population at Flood Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate flood risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
0
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.
105.288
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.
Relatively 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
721
Median
1067
Third Quartile
1277
Connectivity & Digital Access
Walkability Description
Very 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.
Bottom 10%
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.
Low (11th-20th percentile)
Sunshine
Very High (81st-90th percentile)
Snowfall
Somewhat Low (21st-30th percentile)
Climate Description
Belpasso, situated in Italy, offers a climate that is mildly invigorating, characterized by warm summers and cool winters. The town enjoys abundant sunshine throughout the year, contributing to its appealing outdoor lifestyle. Winters in Belpasso see light snowfall, which blankets the region with a picturesque dusting, yet rarely disrupts daily activities. Temperatures range from brisk during the coldest months to comfortably hot in peak summer. As a result, retirees and expats often find Belpasso's climate ideal for enjoying the scenic outdoors, garnering it popularity among those seeking a serene yet vibrant environment. The moderate rainfall ensures lush landscapes without excessive wetness, enhancing its charm.
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.
Good
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.
90
Air Quality Description
Belpasso, a charming town in Italy, offers its residents air quality that largely contributes to the region’s appeal, especially for those considering relocation in retirement. The levels of particulate matter, both PM10 and PM2.5, are commendably low, reflecting an environment where the air supports healthy living conditions. Minor concerns are noted with ozone levels which are moderate but still within a range generally acceptable for outdoor activities. With nitrogen and sulphur dioxide levels also well regulated, Belpasso’s atmosphere remains largely fresh and inviting—an essential feature for anyone seeking a serene place to reside.
Belpasso, a charming town in Italy, offers its residents air quality that largely contributes to the region’s appeal, especially for those considering relocation in retirement. The levels of particulate matter, both PM10 and PM2.5, are commendably low, reflecting an environment where the air supports healthy living conditions. Minor concerns are noted with ozone levels which are moderate but still within a range generally acceptable for outdoor activities. With nitrogen and sulphur dioxide levels also well regulated, Belpasso’s atmosphere remains largely fresh and inviting—an essential feature for anyone seeking a serene place to reside.
Town Descriptions
Getting There
Belpasso benefits from strategic road connections, notably the A18 motorway, facilitating access to Catania and other regional centers. Catania Fontanarossa Airport is the closest international gateway, while train stations nearby offer limited connectivity. Overall, the town’s infrastructure rating is moderate, impacting transport efficiency.
Getting Around
Local Cuisine
Belpasso boasts a vibrant culinary scene reflective of its Sicilian heritage, characterized by rustic trattorias and lively pizzerias that showcase local produce. Traditional dishes such as ‘pizze’, ‘impanate’, and ‘scacciate’ highlight the town’s gastronomic diversity, while local seafood is prominently featured on many menus. The dining environment is casual yet rich in flavors that manifest Sicilian culinary traditions. Despite its charm, Belpasso lacks any Michelin-starred establishments, which are primarily found in nearby Catania, indicative of the town’s more localized dining options. International influences are minimal but can be observed in diverse offerings catering to various palates.
Shopping Overview
The shopping landscape features a variety of supermarkets, boutiques, and large retail outlets, catering to diverse needs. A prominent shopping mall provides an extensive range of stores and dining options, while specialised shops serve unique local tastes. Traditional markets may offer fresh produce and artisanal goods, providing a glimpse into regional culture. This mix of shopping venues ensures that residents and visitors can find essential goods, luxury items, or local crafts, accommodating varied preferences for everyday and leisure purchases.
Neighborhoods
Green Areas and Parks
Belpasso, located in the Province of Catania, Sicilia, provides several outdoor opportunities. Among the notable parks are Parco Urbano, catering to various recreational activities, and Giardini Martoglio, offering a garden setting. For hiking enthusiasts, trails such as Monte Sona to Monte Grosso and Monte Giacca to Monte Frumento Supino are available. The area’s proximity to Mount Etna presents further options, including the Etna Horse Paradise for equestrian tours. These sites offer structured trails suited for moderate to expert levels, facilitating a variety of outdoor pursuits.
✅ Pros
– Mild Mediterranean climate, ideal for year-round outdoor activities.
– Rich cultural history with historical sites and local traditions.
– Quality healthcare system with accessible medical facilities nearby.
– Good air quality for a healthier living environment.
– Low tourist traffic ensures a peaceful and authentic experience.
– Strong community spirit with integration opportunities for newcomers.
– Decent infrastructure supporting daily commuting and local transport.
– Affordable cost of living compared to larger Italian cities.
– Close proximity to Mount Etna for nature enthusiasts.
– Local markets offer fresh produce and authentic Sicilian cuisine.
❌ Cons
– Limited job opportunities may challenge financial stability for newcomers.
– Educational facilities may not meet standards of larger cities.
– Internet connectivity could be inconsistent in some areas.
– Local bureaucracy can be frustratingly slow and complex.
– Transportation options may be limited outside peak hours.
– Cultural activities may not be as diverse or frequent.
– Weather can be hot in summer, especially for sensitive individuals.
– Language barrier can hinder communication and integration efforts.
– Shopping options may be limited compared to urban areas.
– Emergency services may have longer response times in rural areas.
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