Elevation
[?]
Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
188
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
14600
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.
116700
Air Quality Rating
[?]
Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
96
Region
Toscana
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.
Relatively High
Avg Download Speed (Mbps) / Avg Upload Speed (Mbps)
83
/ 40
Climate Description
Mild winters, warm summers, moderate rainfall; ideal Mediterranean climate for serene living.
Carmignano
Toscana
Small Tuscan town known for wine production, Etruscan heritage, medieval sites, and UNESCO-listed villa.
Summary
Carmignano, nestled in the rolling hills of Tuscany, is a small town that offers a blend of rich culture, history, and beautiful landscapes. Its strategic location provides easy access to both Florence and Pistoia, enhancing its appeal for international retirees and expats. The area is renowned for its wine production, with the Carmignano Vine and Wine Museum highlighting local viticulture, while archaeological sites such as the Tumulo di Montefortini speak to its Etruscan heritage. Key attractions include the medieval fortress, the Church of Saints Michael and Francis, and the Villa Medicea La Ferdinanda, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Despite its charm, challenges exist; some may find the pace of life in Carmignano slower than expected, coupled with limited healthcare options relative to larger cities. Nevertheless, its pristine air quality, picturesque surroundings, and rich local traditions, including vibrant festivals, contribute to an engaging lifestyle for those looking to immerse themselves in the Italian way of life.
✅ Pros
– Charming historical backdrop with rich cultural heritage.
– Excellent air quality makes for a healthy environment.
– Low unemployment rate ensures economic stability and job opportunities.
– Good healthcare services available for residents and expats.
– Integration opportunities with friendly local community.
– Convenient transportation links to nearby cities and attractions.
– Mild climate ideal for outdoor activities year-round.
– Access to quality educational facilities for families.
– Moderate tourism enhances local economy without overcrowding.
– Reliable internet connectivity for remote work and communication.
❌ Cons
– Healthcare score indicates room for improvement in services.
– Limited nightlife options may lead to quiet evenings at home.
– Small-town charm might feel isolating for some expats.
– Seasons can be unpredictable; rain may surprise outdoor plans.
– Public transport may lack frequency for spontaneous day trips.
– Some local customs might take time to fully understand.
– Limited shopping options for high-end or specialty items.
– Connectivity can falter in rural areas outside town center.
– Local dialect may pose a challenge for new residents.
– Seasonal tourist influx can lead to crowded attractions.
Carmignano Demographics
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
14600
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.
116700
Births Per 100 Deaths
50.0
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.
Some Tourism
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.
22300
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.
2406 out of 7901
Infrastructure and Connectivity
Closest Airport
Name
Amerigo Vespucci (Florence)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
6
Driving Time
29min(s)
Amerigo Vespucci Airport, also known as Florence Airport, is situated near Florence, Italy, serving as an essential international gateway in the Tuscany region. It handles over 3 million passengers annually, offering connectivity to a variety of European destinations such as London, Paris, Amsterdam, and more, with seasonal routes to cities like Lyon and Olbia. As a focus city for airlines such as Vueling and Volotea, the airport is well connected through a light-rail link and buses to central Florence, making it accessible for travellers exploring the vibrant city and its surroundings.
2nd Closest Airport
Name
Galileo Galilei (Pisa)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
46min(s)
Galileo Galilei Airport, situated in Pisa, Italy, is the 10th busiest airport in the country, having served over 5 million passengers in 2023. It operates as a focus city for Ryanair and provides connections mainly across Europe, with notable destinations including London, Paris, and Amsterdam. The airport is known for its budget-friendly options, with a single terminal providing both domestic and international flights, and is conveniently linked to Pisa Centrale railway station via the Pisa Mover shuttle service.
3rd Closest Airport
Name
Guglielmo Marconi (Bologna)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
65min(s)
Guglielmo Marconi Airport, located in Bologna, Italy, approximately 6 km from the city centre, serves as a vital transport hub in the Emilia-Romagna region. With nearly 10 million passengers in 2023, it ranks among Italy’s busier airports, connecting travellers to over 100 destinations, including major cities like Amsterdam, Frankfurt, and Dubai. Key routes facilitated by airlines such as Ryanair and Wizz Air include domestic flights to Catania and international connections to Tirana and Madrid, with the longest direct route being to Dubai. The airport’s connectivity is enhanced by a monorail to Bologna Central Station, making it easily accessible for both domestic and international travellers.
Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Montelupo-Capraia
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
20min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Montelupo-Capraia includes the following:
– **Rail Lines**: The station is served primarily by regional train services, focusing on connections to nearby cities.
– **Key Destinations**: Direct trains connect Montelupo-Capraia to Florence, Firenze Santa Maria Novella, Empoli, Siena, Pisa Centrale, and Signa.
– **Train Operators**: The primary operator is Trenitalia, which provides regional services across the network.
– **Frequency of Departures**: Trains run frequently, with departures approximately every 10 to 30 minutes, depending on the route and time of day.
– **Train Types**: The station mainly offers regional trains, with no high-speed services stopping at this location.
2nd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Signa
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
22min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Signa includes the following:
– **Rail lines that stop here**: The station is served primarily by regional trains operated by Trenitalia, along with some services provided by Italo.
– **Key destinations connected by direct trains**: Key destinations include Florence (approximately 10 minutes), Firenze Santa Maria Novella (about 19 minutes), Pisa Centrale (around 50 minutes), Empoli (approximately 14 minutes), and Lucca (about 1 hour and 26 minutes).
– **Train operators**: The principal train operators at this station are Trenitalia and Italo.
– **Frequency of departures**: Trains to Florence have about 31 connections daily, typically operating every 30 minutes to an hour, with other routes offering fewer services throughout the day.
– **Type of services**: Stazione di Signa predominantly offers regional train services, with some high-speed connections available through Italo going to major destinations, resulting in a mix of regional and high-speed services.
3rd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Lastra a Signa
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 Lastra a Signa offers a variety of regional connections primarily operated by Trenitalia. The rail lines stopping here mainly connect to Florence and Pisa.
Key destinations include:
– Florence: Approximately every 30 minutes with a journey time of around 18-21 minutes.
– Pisa: Around 23 daily trains, taking about 58 minutes.
– Other local destinations within the Tuscany region.
The train operator for the majority of services is Trenitalia, which manages the regional rail services in this area.
Departures generally occur every 30 minutes to hourly during peak times, with few services per day during off-peak hours.
The station primarily serves regional train services, without direct high-speed train access, making it a vital point for local travel within Tuscany.
Infrastructure & Amenities
Within 10km
Auto Repair Shops
88
Bars
111
Cafes
65
Cinemas
13
Dentists
32
Golf Courses
6
Gyms
29
Health Clinics
25
Hiking Trails
31
Historical Sites
682
Libraries
18
Museums
57
Parks
128
Pharmacies
86
Restaurants
319
Shopping Centres
43
Supermarkets
83
Spas
94
Beach
Name
Renai - Lotto 1
Driving Distance
20mins
Water Quality Rating
1 - Excellent
Mountain Resort
Name
Corno alle Scale - Lizzano in Belvedere
Driving Distance
104mins
Healthcare
Healthcare Score
[?]
Evaluates hospital/clinic access, drive time to care, and regional quality rankings. Higher scores mean better healthcare.
46
Nearest Hospital Name
Nuovo Ospedale di Prato
Drive Time to Nearest Hospital
21 minutes
Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km
47
Local Public Healthcare Provider
AZIENDA USL TOSCANA CENTRO
Healthcare Quality Description
In this area of Tuscany, the local health services perform commendably against national standards across various indicators. The overall healthcare quality is notably high, while local hospital care is more moderate. Heart attack readmissions are efficiently managed, contrasting with slower response times for bone fracture treatments. Breast cancer surgery increasingly utilises minimally invasive techniques, and post-operative stays are generally brief. Response to acute myocardial infarction could improve, and readmissions after heart failure are close to average. These factors collectively provide a mixed yet promising healthcare landscape relevant for those evaluating a move to the region.
Safety
Seismic Zone (risk of earthquakes)
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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.
20
Percentage of Population at Landslide Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate landslide risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
40
Percentage of Population at Flood Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate flood risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
34
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.
143.758
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 High
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
1869
Median
2346
Third Quartile
2830
Connectivity & Digital Access
Walkability Description
Somewhat Walkable
Education
Avg Schools Ranking (All Criteria)
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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 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.
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.
Below Average (31st-40th percentile)
Sunshine
Above Average (51st-60th percentile)
Snowfall
Below Average (31st-40th percentile)
Climate Description
Carmignano's climate offers a balanced Mediterranean appeal, suitable for those accustomed to a variety of weather patterns. Winters here are mild with the rare delight of light snowfall that briefly dusts the vine-covered hills. Bright, sunlit days dominate the year, supporting both an outdoor lifestyle and the local vineyards that produce esteemed wines. Summers extend warm offerings without succumbing to unbearable peaks, reinforcing Carmignano as an ideal relocation spot for retirees and expats seeking serenity without extreme temperatures. The moderate rainfall nurtures the green Tuscan landscape, maintaining its lush allure throughout the seasons and making it a picturesque magic town of Italy.
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.
96
Air Quality Description
In Carmignano, Italy, the air quality largely contributes to the charm and allure of this Tuscan town. Residents and visitors breathe air that meets ‘Good’ quality standards across most pollutants, including particulate matter and nitrogen dioxide – elements primarily responsible for respiratory discomfort. The slight exception lies in the ozone levels, deemed ‘Fair,’ which reflects typical fluctuations due to climatic conditions prevalent in the region. This profile allows Carmignano’s outdoor lifestyle to thrive, featuring unhindered enjoyment of its rolling vineyards and historical sites without significant air quality concerns. The setting is ideal for retirees and expats seeking a serene health-conscious relocation.
In Carmignano, Italy, the air quality largely contributes to the charm and allure of this Tuscan town. Residents and visitors breathe air that meets ‘Good’ quality standards across most pollutants, including particulate matter and nitrogen dioxide – elements primarily responsible for respiratory discomfort. The slight exception lies in the ozone levels, deemed ‘Fair,’ which reflects typical fluctuations due to climatic conditions prevalent in the region. This profile allows Carmignano’s outdoor lifestyle to thrive, featuring unhindered enjoyment of its rolling vineyards and historical sites without significant air quality concerns. The setting is ideal for retirees and expats seeking a serene health-conscious relocation.
Town Descriptions
Getting There
Carmignano is accessible via the A11 motorway, connecting to major Tuscan cities. The nearest airports, Amerigo Vespucci and Galileo Galilei, provide national and international flights. Train stations nearby offer decent connectivity, scoring 7 out of 10, facilitating travel within the region and beyond.
Getting Around
Local Cuisine
The culinary scene in Carmignano, nestled in Tuscany, is characterized by its rich heritage and array of traditional dishes, notably featuring the unique dried figs of the region, also recognized for their Slow Food status. The local cuisine highlights rustic staples such as cured meats, cheeses, and handmade pastas, often paired with exceptional wines and olive oils produced in the area. Notably, food festivals celebrate local specialties including chestnuts, Porcini mushrooms, and wild boar. The dining options range from authentic Tuscan eateries offering traditional fare to modern establishments that reinterpret classic recipes. While the town has a variety of restaurants, it is home to at least one Michelin-starred venue, elevating its culinary reputation. Overall, Carmignano’s food culture reflects both local culinary traditions and an openness to international influences, making it a delightful destination for gastronomy lovers.
Shopping Overview
The area features various shopping options encompassing supermarkets, specialty shops, and boutiques. Regular farmers’ markets offer local produce and artisanal goods, while shopping centres provide a more extensive retail experience, including diverse dining options. Retail formats include both open-air markets and enclosed shopping venues, catering to daily necessities as well as unique local products, making it accessible for residents and visitors alike.
Neighborhoods
Green Areas and Parks
Carmignano offers various outdoor activities, prominently featuring several well-established hiking trails. Among the trails, the Artimino-Firenze via Ciclabile dei Renai stands out as a moderate 28.4-mile route, estimated to take over 10 hours. The Bacchereto-Torre Sant’Alluccio-Santa Cristina trail, known for its difficulty and elevation gain of 2,618 feet, is popular and demanding. The Verghereto-Artimino-Poggio alla Malva provides a moderate 8.4-mile excursion, while the shorter Poggio alla Malva-Fiume Arno trail offers an easy 2.4-mile hike. These trails provide both seasoned hikers and casual walkers numerous options to explore the scenic Tuscan landscape.
✅ Pros
– Charming historical backdrop with rich cultural heritage.
– Excellent air quality makes for a healthy environment.
– Low unemployment rate ensures economic stability and job opportunities.
– Good healthcare services available for residents and expats.
– Integration opportunities with friendly local community.
– Convenient transportation links to nearby cities and attractions.
– Mild climate ideal for outdoor activities year-round.
– Access to quality educational facilities for families.
– Moderate tourism enhances local economy without overcrowding.
– Reliable internet connectivity for remote work and communication.
❌ Cons
– Healthcare score indicates room for improvement in services.
– Limited nightlife options may lead to quiet evenings at home.
– Small-town charm might feel isolating for some expats.
– Seasons can be unpredictable; rain may surprise outdoor plans.
– Public transport may lack frequency for spontaneous day trips.
– Some local customs might take time to fully understand.
– Limited shopping options for high-end or specialty items.
– Connectivity can falter in rural areas outside town center.
– Local dialect may pose a challenge for new residents.
– Seasonal tourist influx can lead to crowded attractions.
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