Elevation
[?]
Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
180
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
14000
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.
215700
Air Quality Rating
[?]
Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
82
Region
Lombardia
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.
Low
Avg Download Speed (Mbps) / Avg Upload Speed (Mbps)
55
/ 14
Climate Description
Pleasant climate with brisk winters, warm summers, ample sun, and mild average temperatures.
Busto Garolfo
Lombardia
Lombard town with historical architecture, small businesses, community spirit, and proximity to Milan.
Summary
Busto Garolfo, situated in the Metropolitan City of Milan, blends local charm with accessibility, making it appealing for expats and retirees. This Lombard town is characterized by its historical architecture, notably the church of San Salvatore, and a modest yet vibrant community of around 14,000 residents. The local economy, primarily influenced by a history of weaving, has evolved to accommodate small and medium enterprises, contributing to a balanced lifestyle.
Culturally, Busto Garolfo offers a glimpse into traditional Lombard life, with festivals and local markets enhancing its community spirit. However, while the town boasts a high walkability score and is within a 20-minute drive to the airport, expats may find limited healthcare options compared to larger urban centers. Nonetheless, its proximity to Milan, along with good air quality and a serene environment, presents a noteworthy option for those looking for a quieter yet connected lifestyle in Italy.
✅ Pros
– Proximity to Milan for cultural and economic opportunities.
– Good healthcare facilities ensuring quality medical services available.
– Favorable air quality for a healthier living environment.
– Efficient transportation links for easy travel within Lombardy.
– Low unemployment rate promoting economic stability and job opportunities.
– Pleasant climate for year-round outdoor activities and enjoyment.
– Rich cultural and historical backdrop to explore and appreciate.
– Integration opportunities with locals fostering community connections.
– Accessible educational facilities for families and lifelong learning.
– Reliable internet connectivity enhancing remote work options.
❌ Cons
– Healthcare quality could be better; not the highest ratings.
– Air quality is decent, but not pristine everywhere.
– Limited tourist presence means fewer cultural events and activities.
– Local infrastructure may need improvements in certain areas.
– Small-town vibe may feel isolating for some expats.
– Weather can be unpredictable; pack for all seasons.
– Integration challenges for non-Italian speakers may arise.
– Average internet speed might frustrate heavy users.
– Educational facilities may lack advanced specialized programs.
– Limited nightlife options for those seeking vibrant evenings.
Busto Garolfo Demographics
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
14000
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.
215700
Births Per 100 Deaths
60.0
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.
No Data
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.
24700
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.
594 out of 7901
Infrastructure and Connectivity
Closest Airport
Name
Malpensa (Milan)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
10
Driving Time
20min(s)
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) is located near Milan, Italy, and is the second largest and busiest airport in the country. Handling 28.5 million passengers, the airport connects to around 195 destinations worldwide, serving as a major hub for EasyJet. Key routes include flights to New York, London, Dubai, and Istanbul, making it a significant international gateway. Notable for its effective connectivity with Milan’s city centre via the Malpensa Express, the airport caters extensively to travellers heading to diverse European, American, and Asian destinations.
2nd Closest Airport
Name
Linate (Milan)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
36min(s)
Milan Linate Airport (LIN), situated in Segrate and Peschiera Borromeo in Lombardy, Italy, serves around 10.6 million passengers annually. It focuses on flights within Europe and the United Kingdom, serving as a hub for ITA Airways. The airport offers convenient connections to popular destinations such as Rome, Cagliari, and Paris, making it an accessible choice for travellers seeking direct European flights.
3rd Closest Airport
Name
Orio al Serio (Bergamo)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
46min(s)
Orio al Serio International Airport, also known as Milan Bergamo Airport, is located just 5 km from Bergamo and about 45 km from Milan in Lombardy, Italy. It is the third busiest airport in Italy, serving over 13 million passengers annually and acting as a major hub for Ryanair. The airport connects to numerous European destinations including Copenhagen, Düsseldorf, as well as farther routes like Dubai and Cairo. Known for its budget-friendly flights primarily operated by Ryanair, Milan Bergamo Airport is a popular choice for travellers looking for affordable options to various international destinations.
Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Parabiago
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
8min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Parabiago offers connections on the Domodossola–Milan, Luino–Milan, and Porto Ceresio–Milan lines. The key operator is Trenord, specifically servicing line S5 of the Milan suburban railway network. Direct train services connect to key destinations including Milan, with a typical frequency of departures every 30 minutes or so. The station mainly caters to regional trains, lacking high-speed train services.
2nd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Canegrate
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
9min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Canegrate includes services on the Domodossola–Milan, Luino–Milan, and Porto Ceresio–Milan lines. Key destinations connected by direct trains include Varese and Treviglio. The station is operated by Trenord, which focuses on regional services. Train departures are generally frequent, with intervals of around 30 minutes during peak times. The station primarily offers regional services without any high-speed train connections, making it a local transit point.
3rd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Legnano
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 Legnano includes connections on the Domodossola–Milan, Luino–Milan, and Porto Ceresio–Milan lines. The key destinations connected by direct trains primarily include Milan and Varese, with the station being part of the Milan suburban railway network, served specifically by line S5 and the Milan–Varese regional line operated by Trenord. Departures are frequent, with services running approximately every 30-60 minutes, especially towards Milan, making it a vital commuter hub. The station does not provide high-speed train services but maintains a mix of regional and suburban connections.
Infrastructure & Amenities
Within 10km
Auto Repair Shops
281
Bars
119
Cafes
46
Cinemas
24
Dentists
69
Golf Courses
3
Gyms
44
Health Clinics
54
Hiking Trails
90
Historical Sites
488
Libraries
16
Museums
117
Parks
122
Pharmacies
57
Restaurants
533
Shopping Centres
145
Supermarkets
224
Spas
417
Beach
Name
Canottieri
Driving Distance
34mins
Water Quality Rating
1 - Excellent
Mountain Resort
Name
Passo dello Stelvio (Stilfserjoch)
Driving Distance
76mins
Healthcare
Healthcare Score
[?]
Evaluates hospital/clinic access, drive time to care, and regional quality rankings. Higher scores mean better healthcare.
29
Nearest Hospital Name
Ospedale Civile di Legnano
Drive Time to Nearest Hospital
9 minutes
Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km
65
Local Public Healthcare Provider
ATS DELLA CITTA' METROPOLITANA DI MILANO
Healthcare Quality Description
In this area of Lombardia, the quality of healthcare services, as evaluated by national indicators, ranks above most regions in Italy. Local healthcare performs respectably in managing post-heart attack readmissions, with similarly strong outcomes in minimally invasive breast cancer operations. While treatment for bone fractures and heart failure readmissions show above-average effectiveness, there is room for improvement in rapid post-operative discharges and urgent heart attack interventions. Hospital care, particularly, falls short compared to regional expectations, suggesting potential challenges for expats and retirees reliant on local institutions.
Safety
Seismic Zone (risk of earthquakes)
[?]
Official seismic zones classify areas based on earthquake risk.
Moderate to Low 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.
24
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.
100.563
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
1587
Median
1801
Third Quartile
2015
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 40%
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.
Bottom 30%
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.
Very High (81st-90th percentile)
Sunshine
Somewhat Low (21st-30th percentile)
Snowfall
Above Average (51st-60th percentile)
Climate Description
Busto Garolfo, located in Italy, ensures a pleasant climate that accommodates both brisk winters and warm summers. Thanks to generous sunshine throughout the year, residents enjoy ample opportunities to explore the outdoor charms of the region. The winter season briefly welcomes a light snowfall, adding a picturesque layer to the town's scenic vistas without causing significant disruptions. Summers in Busto Garolfo are notably warm, providing an ideal setting for evening strolls and local gatherings. Transitioning through the seasons, the average temperature maintains a mild character, suitable for those who might favor temperate weather. Such a climate supports a comfortable lifestyle for expats and retirees seeking a tranquil environment.
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.
Fair
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.
Moderate
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.
82
Air Quality Description
Nestled in northern Italy, Busto Garolfo offers a blend of continental climate impacts and modern living influences on air quality. While the locale maintains a fair rating for particulate matter of 10 micrometers or less, and ozone levels, there’s a sustained moderate concern for finer particulate matter. Fortunately, levels of nitrogen and sulfur dioxide remain commendably low, reflecting good management of these pollutants. The atmospheric conditions in Busto Garolfo thus present a largely agreeable environment for those considering relocation, particularly expats and retirees seeking a balance between quaint Italian charm and the requisites of health-conscious living.
Nestled in northern Italy, Busto Garolfo offers a blend of continental climate impacts and modern living influences on air quality. While the locale maintains a fair rating for particulate matter of 10 micrometers or less, and ozone levels, there’s a sustained moderate concern for finer particulate matter. Fortunately, levels of nitrogen and sulfur dioxide remain commendably low, reflecting good management of these pollutants. The atmospheric conditions in Busto Garolfo thus present a largely agreeable environment for those considering relocation, particularly expats and retirees seeking a balance between quaint Italian charm and the requisites of health-conscious living.
Town Descriptions
Getting There
Busto Garolfo is well-connected via road, with proximity to the A8 highway facilitating access to Milan and Varese. The Malpensa International Airport is approximately 20 minutes away, while Linate Airport is 36 minutes distant. Nearby train stations enhance connectivity, offering regular services to surrounding regions.
Getting Around
Local Cuisine
Busto Garolfo, located in Lombardy, embodies the culinary richness of the region with a variety of traditional dishes and dining options. The local cuisine highlights staples such as risotto—due to the area’s extensive rice paddies—and polenta, which has been a fundamental part of the diet for centuries. Notable dishes include osso buco, a braised veal shank dish, and tortelli di zucca, which features pumpkin-stuffed pasta, showcasing the region’s focus on hearty, flavorful food.
The dining scene in Busto Garolfo is characterized by a mix of traditional Italian trattorias and contemporary eateries that often reflect international influences. Although there aren’t many Michelin-starred establishments within the town itself, nearby Busto Arsizio offers Michelin-rated dining experiences, which include innovative interpretations of regional classics. Overall, Busto Garolfo’s culinary landscape is a blend of local tradition and modern dining, offering residents and visitors alike a rich and diverse culinary experience.
Shopping Overview
The area offers a diverse array of shopping options including supermarkets, boutiques, and shopping centres. Larger shopping venues such as regional malls feature a mix of brand outlets and department stores. Supermarkets provide essential groceries and household goods, while smaller specialty shops cater to niche markets and local crafts. Nearby shopping centres often include dining options, enhancing the shopping experience. The overall environment is accommodating for both expats and retirees, providing accessible amenities for daily needs and leisure shopping.
Neighborhoods
Green Areas and Parks
Busto Garolfo offers several appealing outdoor activities for residents and visitors. Notable nearby green spaces include Parco del Roccolo and Parco Alto Milanese, both offering opportunities for hiking and biking. The Parco delle Groane is another attractive destination for those interested in exploring the regional flora. Hiking enthusiasts can embark on trails like Parco Nazionale Valgrande via Ponte della Buia, a challenging route of 17.4 miles, while easier options include the 1.5-mile trek around Area Vul via E1. These areas provide substantial opportunities for outdoor recreation within a short distance of the town.
✅ Pros
– Proximity to Milan for cultural and economic opportunities.
– Good healthcare facilities ensuring quality medical services available.
– Favorable air quality for a healthier living environment.
– Efficient transportation links for easy travel within Lombardy.
– Low unemployment rate promoting economic stability and job opportunities.
– Pleasant climate for year-round outdoor activities and enjoyment.
– Rich cultural and historical backdrop to explore and appreciate.
– Integration opportunities with locals fostering community connections.
– Accessible educational facilities for families and lifelong learning.
– Reliable internet connectivity enhancing remote work options.
❌ Cons
– Healthcare quality could be better; not the highest ratings.
– Air quality is decent, but not pristine everywhere.
– Limited tourist presence means fewer cultural events and activities.
– Local infrastructure may need improvements in certain areas.
– Small-town vibe may feel isolating for some expats.
– Weather can be unpredictable; pack for all seasons.
– Integration challenges for non-Italian speakers may arise.
– Average internet speed might frustrate heavy users.
– Educational facilities may lack advanced specialized programs.
– Limited nightlife options for those seeking vibrant evenings.
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