Elevation
[?]
Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
147
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
15700
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.
376700
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)
150
/ 82
Climate Description
Temperate climate with warm summers, mild winters, ample sunlight, and moderate rainfall.
Carugate
Lombardia
Small town near Milan; historical sites, cultural events, limited healthcare, good transport, appealing ambiance.
Summary
Carugate in Lombardia presents an appealing option for foreign expats and retirees seeking a blend of local culture and tranquility. Located a short drive from Milan, it offers easy access to urban amenities while maintaining a small-town atmosphere. The town features historical sites such as the 17th-century Villa Cavazzi della Somaglia and the charming Oratorio Santa Maria Addolorata, set upon the remnants of an ancient temple. The Teatro Sala Fontana is a focal point for cultural events, driving community engagement.
However, potential residents should consider Carugate’s modest healthcare rating and limited direct services, which might necessitate trips to larger cities for specialized care. The proximity to scenic beaches enhances its appeal, while clean air and effective public transport let expats navigate the region comfortably. With its inviting ambiance and community-oriented lifestyle, Carugate can serve as a rewarding retreat for those ready to immerse themselves in Italian life.
✅ Pros
– Quality healthcare services available in the town.
– Excellent air quality for a healthier lifestyle.
– Low unemployment rate enhances economic stability.
– Non-touristic atmosphere fosters a peaceful living environment.
– Strong infrastructure supports convenient transportation options.
– Mild climate ideal for year-round outdoor activities.
– Rich cultural and historical heritage to explore.
– Friendly community encourages integration and social connections.
– Adequate educational facilities for families and lifelong learners.
– Reliable internet connectivity for remote work and leisure.
❌ Cons
– Limited options for specialized healthcare services and specialists.
– Not much excitement for thrill-seekers or nightlife enthusiasts.
– Quiet atmosphere could be dull for some expats or retirees.
– Cultural events may lack variety compared to larger cities.
– Public transportation might be less frequent outside peak hours.
– Local cuisine may not cater to all international tastes.
– Small-town charm may feel isolating for some newcomers.
– Language barrier can complicate integration for non-Italian speakers.
– Limited shopping options may frustrate avid shoppers.
– Weather can be humid in summer, not everyone’s cup of tea.
Carugate Demographics
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
15700
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.
376700
Births Per 100 Deaths
80.0
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.
26000
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.
192 out of 7901
Infrastructure and Connectivity
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
15min(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.
2nd 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
22min(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.
3rd 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
36min(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.
Closest Rail
Name
Cologno Nord
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
6
Driving Time
9min(s)
Train service at Cologno Nord includes the following:
– **Rail Lines**: Cologno Nord is primarily served by Line 2 of the Milan Metro, connecting various suburban areas to central Milan.
– **Key Destinations**: Direct services from Cologno Nord connect to key destinations such as Milano Centrale and other central locations within Milan.
– **Train Operators**: The train services are operated by Trenord, which is a subsidiary of Trenitalia, responsible for regional services in Lombardy.
– **Frequency of Departures**: Trains typically depart every 20 minutes throughout the day, providing frequent service to passengers.
– **Type of Trains**: The station supports regional trains; it does not have high-speed train services but offers a robust network of local connections.
2nd Closest Rail
Name
Cologno Centro
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
6
Driving Time
10min(s)
Train service at Cologno Centro is relatively comprehensive, primarily serving regional connections. The main rail lines that stop at this station include the S5 and S6 lines operated by Trenord. Key destinations connected by direct trains include Milan, Sesto San Giovanni, and Monza, with frequent departures to these locations. The train operator primarily responsible for services at Cologno Centro is Trenord, which is notable for regional services in the area.
Departures from Cologno Centro occur approximately every 15 to 30 minutes, providing regular service throughout the day. The station exclusively provides regional train services; there are no high-speed trains operating from this station, making it a hub for local and regional commuting rather than long-distance travel.
3rd Closest Rail
Name
Cascina Burrona
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
5
Driving Time
12min(s)
Train service at Cascina Burrona provides a range of rail connections primarily focused on regional travel.
– **Rail Lines**: The primary line that serves Cascina Burrona is the S9 line which connects Albairate-Vermezzo and Saronno. The station is part of the Milan suburban transport network, linking with the regional railway services.
– **Key Destinations**: Direct trains from Cascina Burrona connect to Milan, offering a straightforward route into the city, which is a key destination for commuters and travellers alike.
– **Train Operators**: The main operator serving this line is Trenitalia, which offers regional services on this route.
– **Frequency of Departures**: Trains depart approximately every 20 to 30 minutes to Milan, ensuring a regular service throughout the day.
– **Types of Services**: The station mainly supports regional train services, with no high-speed train services available at this location.
Overall, Cascina Burrona serves as an efficient access point to Milan and surrounding areas within the Lombardy region, primarily facilitating regional transport needs.
Infrastructure & Amenities
Within 10km
Auto Repair Shops
367
Bars
302
Cafes
293
Cinemas
52
Dentists
216
Golf Courses
3
Gyms
130
Health Clinics
67
Hiking Trails
141
Historical Sites
624
Libraries
43
Museums
215
Parks
254
Pharmacies
113
Restaurants
936
Shopping Centres
238
Supermarkets
366
Spas
474
Beach
Name
Torre D`Arrivo
Driving Distance
19mins
Water Quality Rating
1 - Excellent
Mountain Resort
Name
Passo dello Stelvio (Stilfserjoch)
Driving Distance
43mins
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 Vimercate
Drive Time to Nearest Hospital
10 minutes
Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km
165
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.
22
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
3325
Median
3325
Third Quartile
3325
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.
Bottom 10%
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.
High (71st-80th percentile)
Sunshine
Below Average (31st-40th percentile)
Snowfall
Average (41st-50th percentile)
Climate Description
Carugate experiences a temperate climate that gracefully balances the warmth of summer with mildly frosty winters. While the town enjoys generous sunlight throughout the year, ensuring pleasant days especially from late spring to early autumn, it also receives a fair amount of rainfall, which nurtures its lush local flora. Snowfall is generally light and occurs infrequently, making winter months often easier to navigate than might be expected in other northern locales. The varied climate supports an array of outdoor activities year-round, catering well to those expats and retirees seeking a blend of sunny days and crisp, refreshing winter air without severe cold.
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
Carugate, nestled in Italy, offers air quality that can be considered relatively favorable for those attuned to urban environments. The particulate matter levels, specifically PM10 and PM2.5, are within acceptable bounds though not without room for improvement, marked as fair and moderate respectively. On a brighter note, nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide levels are commendably low, both classified as good, reflecting lesser vehicular pollution and industrial emissions than one might expect. Ozone levels are fair, typical of many suburban localities. Overall, Carugate provides an atmosphere that supports everyday outdoor activities without significant concern for air pollution-related health issues.
Carugate, nestled in Italy, offers air quality that can be considered relatively favorable for those attuned to urban environments. The particulate matter levels, specifically PM10 and PM2.5, are within acceptable bounds though not without room for improvement, marked as fair and moderate respectively. On a brighter note, nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide levels are commendably low, both classified as good, reflecting lesser vehicular pollution and industrial emissions than one might expect. Ozone levels are fair, typical of many suburban localities. Overall, Carugate provides an atmosphere that supports everyday outdoor activities without significant concern for air pollution-related health issues.
Town Descriptions
Getting There
Carugate benefits from proximity to major transport links, notably Linate Airport, 15 minutes away, and Orio al Serio Airport, 22 minutes distant. The local rail services are accessible within minutes, complemented by essential road connections that enhance its overall infrastructure rating of 74.
Getting Around
Local Cuisine
Carugate, a town in the Lombardy region, showcases a rich culinary landscape reflective of both local and international influences. The traditional cuisine is characterized by hearty and diverse dishes such as risotto, polenta, ossobuco, and the iconic panettone, all of which highlight the region’s agricultural bounty and culinary heritage. Restaurants in Carugate predominantly offer Italian fare, including various styles of pizza and seafood, while also featuring notable international cuisines such as Japanese and Chinese. Notable Michelin-starred establishments in the vicinity further enhance the town’s dining credentials, offering exquisite dining experiences that integrate traditional ingredients with modern culinary techniques. Overall, Carugate’s culinary scene is an inviting blend of tradition and innovation, catering to a wide range of tastes.
Shopping Overview
The area offers a comprehensive shopping experience, featuring a large shopping mall that houses a variety of shops, including international brands and local boutiques. Supermarkets provide everyday necessities, while smaller stores cater to specific needs. The retail environment is characterised by modern shopping centres and traditional markets, allowing for diverse shopping encounters. Casual dining options complement the shopping venues, creating a holistic consumer experience suitable for both expats and retirees.
Neighborhoods
Green Areas and Parks
Carugate, Lombardia, offers a range of outdoor activities and green spaces suitable for expats and retirees. Noteworthy is the Oasi WWF Bosco Villoresi, a protected natural area providing walking trails and educational opportunities about local biodiversity. Hiking enthusiasts can explore trails such as Carugate-Isola Guarnieri, a 3.18-mile path with moderate elevation changes, or the extended 14.04-mile trail from Carugate to Pessano Con Bornago. Additional routes include the Carugate-Cascina Fidelina at 4.31 miles. These environments provide residents with opportunities to engage with the natural landscape directly.
✅ Pros
– Quality healthcare services available in the town.
– Excellent air quality for a healthier lifestyle.
– Low unemployment rate enhances economic stability.
– Non-touristic atmosphere fosters a peaceful living environment.
– Strong infrastructure supports convenient transportation options.
– Mild climate ideal for year-round outdoor activities.
– Rich cultural and historical heritage to explore.
– Friendly community encourages integration and social connections.
– Adequate educational facilities for families and lifelong learners.
– Reliable internet connectivity for remote work and leisure.
❌ Cons
– Limited options for specialized healthcare services and specialists.
– Not much excitement for thrill-seekers or nightlife enthusiasts.
– Quiet atmosphere could be dull for some expats or retirees.
– Cultural events may lack variety compared to larger cities.
– Public transportation might be less frequent outside peak hours.
– Local cuisine may not cater to all international tastes.
– Small-town charm may feel isolating for some newcomers.
– Language barrier can complicate integration for non-Italian speakers.
– Limited shopping options may frustrate avid shoppers.
– Weather can be humid in summer, not everyone’s cup of tea.
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