Elevation
[?]
Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
61
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
15600
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.
59400
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.
Medium
Avg Download Speed (Mbps) / Avg Upload Speed (Mbps)
205
/ 92
Climate Description
Moderate climate with distinct seasons; cold winters, warm summers, ample sunshine, and steady rain.
Casalpusterlengo
Lombardia
Historical sites, convenient transport access, local markets, community life, decent healthcare, and good air quality.
Summary
Casalpusterlengo, a quaint town nestled in the Lombardy region, offers a compelling mix of history and modern living, making it an attractive option for expats and retirees. Located conveniently near major transport routes and just a short drive from larger cities, it provides easy access to urban amenities while maintaining a tranquil atmosphere. The town is known for its rich historical sites, such as the Torre Pusterla and the Chiesa dei SS. Bartolomeo e Martino, while also featuring significant monuments like the Pietre della Memoria, commemorating recent historical events.
Community life in Casalpusterlengo embodies a traditional Italian charm, with local markets, friendly residents, and a slower pace. While the healthcare services are decent, they might not meet the expectations of those accustomed to more extensive facilities. Nevertheless, the town boasts excellent air quality and a favorable walkability score, enhancing the quality of life for its residents.
✅ Pros
– Quality healthcare services available within the region.
– Good air quality for a healthier lifestyle.
– Low unemployment rate fosters economic stability.
– Not a tourist hotspot, ensuring peaceful living.
– Well-connected transportation options to major cities.
– Rich cultural and historical backdrop to explore.
– Integration opportunities with local community activities.
– Modern infrastructure supporting daily conveniences.
– Mild climate suitable for year-round outdoor activities.
– Adequate educational facilities for residents and families.
❌ Cons
– Healthcare services could be better; score suggests room for improvement.
– Limited entertainment options may lead to occasional boredom.
– Mild climate? Prepare for some rainy days and humidity.
– Infrastructure score indicates potential for maintenance issues.
– Internet speed is decent, but could always be faster.
– Lesser-known history might not appeal to all culture buffs.
– Not touristic means fewer dining and shopping choices nearby.
– Local dialects can be challenging for non-Italians to understand.
– Integration opportunities may require extra effort for newcomers.
– Weather extremes can be a surprise during seasonal transitions.
Casalpusterlengo Demographics
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
15600
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.
59400
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.
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.
24000
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.
962 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
34min(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
Giuseppe Verdi (Parma)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
3
Driving Time
44min(s)
Giuseppe Verdi Airport, also known as Parma Airport (PMF), is situated just northwest of Parma in Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region. It is a smaller regional airport with annual passenger numbers of around 116,720 as of 2022. Main destinations include Comiso, Trapani, and Chișinău, serviced primarily by carriers like Aeroitalia and FlyOne, with Ryanair offering seasonal flights to destinations like Palermo. The airport is noted for its convenience for travellers seeking access to this part of Northern Italy.
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
51min(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 Secugnago
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
4
Driving Time
9min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Secugnago is operated by Trenord, primarily focusing on regional trains. The rail lines that stop here include those connecting to Piacenza and Lodi. Direct train services offer key destinations such as Codogno, Lodi, and Piacenza. Departures occur with moderate frequency, typically every 30 minutes to hourly during peak times, though some times may have fewer services per day. The services are mainly regional, with no high-speed train offerings at this station.
2nd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Codogno
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
6
Driving Time
14min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Codogno includes several key features that cater to passengers travelling within Italy. The station is served by regional rail lines primarily operated by Trenord. Key destinations connected by direct trains from Codogno include Milan, Lodi, and Piacenza. Frequency of departures varies, with trains typically operating every 30 minutes to hourly, depending on the time of day. Stazione di Codogno primarily offers regional train services, with no direct high-speed trains stopping at this station.
3rd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Ospedaletto Lodigiano
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
4
Driving Time
16min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Ospedaletto Lodigiano includes regional rail lines operated primarily by Trenord. The key destinations connected by direct trains are Lodi, with approximately 19 trains per day, operating from early morning (5:05) to late evening (22:57). The frequency of departures is generally every 30 to 70 minutes, depending on the time of day. The station primarily serves regional trains, with no high-speed services available. Therefore, services are focused on regional connectivity rather than long-distance or high-speed travel.
Infrastructure & Amenities
Within 10km
Auto Repair Shops
1
Bars
37
Cafes
42
Cinemas
6
Dentists
43
Golf Courses
0
Gyms
10
Health Clinics
21
Hiking Trails
6
Historical Sites
134
Libraries
1
Museums
19
Parks
1
Pharmacies
7
Restaurants
65
Shopping Centres
1
Supermarkets
2
Spas
1
Beach
Name
Isola Lato Bacino
Driving Distance
46mins
Water Quality Rating
1 - Excellent
Mountain Resort
Name
Passo dello Stelvio (Stilfserjoch)
Driving Distance
51mins
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 Civico-Pronto Soccors
Drive Time to Nearest Hospital
15 minutes
Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km
2
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.
26
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.
3
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.
95.839
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.
Medium
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
477
Median
836
Third Quartile
1329
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 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.
Average (41st-50th percentile)
Sunshine
Average (41st-50th percentile)
Snowfall
Average (41st-50th percentile)
Climate Description
Casalpusterlengo experiences a climate characterized by distinct seasonal variations. Winters here are moderately cold with occasional light snowfall, offering a crisp ambiance that can be quite refreshing. Summers, on the other hand, tend toward the warmer side, making it ideal for those who appreciate sunnier and longer days. The town enjoys an ample amount of sunshine throughout the year, which can be particularly appealing to retirees and expats from more northerly climates seeking relief from gloomy skies. Overall, the weather is fairly moderate with rainfall spread throughout the year, ensuring lush landscapes without the extremes of flooding or droughts.
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.
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.
82
Air Quality Description
Casalpusterlengo’s air quality offers a generally agreeable environment, characteristic of its industrial and agricultural activities. Particulate matters across both PM10 and PM2.5 are present in moderate proportions, reflecting typical levels for a bustling town. Gaseous pollutants like nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide remain well within comfortable limits, indicating effective management in emissions control, contributing to the overall good air quality. A note on ozone: it is relatively balanced but requires occasional surveillance to maintain its current status. Such an air-quality composition promises a healthier living condition for expats and retirees seeking respite in this quaint Italian locale.
Casalpusterlengo’s air quality offers a generally agreeable environment, characteristic of its industrial and agricultural activities. Particulate matters across both PM10 and PM2.5 are present in moderate proportions, reflecting typical levels for a bustling town. Gaseous pollutants like nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide remain well within comfortable limits, indicating effective management in emissions control, contributing to the overall good air quality. A note on ozone: it is relatively balanced but requires occasional surveillance to maintain its current status. Such an air-quality composition promises a healthier living condition for expats and retirees seeking respite in this quaint Italian locale.
Town Descriptions
Getting There
Casalpusterlengo is accessible via key road connections, including the A1 motorway reaching Milan and Bologna. The nearest airports are Linate, approximately 34 minutes away, and Giuseppe Verdi in Parma, 44 minutes distant. Local train stations offer limited connectivity, rated 4 and 6 out of 10, respectively.
Getting Around
Local Cuisine
Casalpusterlengo’s culinary scene reflects the rich gastronomic traditions of Lombardy, featuring an array of local and international dining options. Traditional dishes such as Risotto alla Milanese, Polenta, and Bresaola showcase the region’s agricultural bounty and the influence of both rural and urban cooking. Noteworthy local specialties include Goose Salami from Mortara and Grana Padano cheese, often served in various guises across dining establishments. While Casalpusterlengo features a small number of dining venues, the nearby Lodi area hosts Michelin-starred restaurants, such as La Coldana, indicating a presence of high-quality culinary experiences in the vicinity. Diverse dining options and international influences are also evident, with restaurants offering global flavors alongside traditional Italian cuisine, catering to a wide range of palates.
Shopping Overview
The area offers diverse shopping options, including multiple supermarkets, independent boutiques, and modern shopping centres. Supermarkets provide essential groceries and household items, catering to everyday needs. For a more varied selection, numerous local markets and specialty shops are available, where one can find regional products and artisanal goods. Additionally, larger shopping venues offer a range of retail stores, eateries, and leisure options, making them popular destinations for residents and visitors alike. This combination ensures a comprehensive shopping experience suitable for expats and retirees.
Neighborhoods
Green Areas and Parks
Casalpusterlengo offers a variety of outdoor activities suitable for both expats and retirees. The region features accessible hiking routes such as the “Hiking loop from Casalpusterlengo,” a 4.8-mile trail that provides an easy exercise option in approximately two hours. Other nearby trails include the “Castle of Castiglione – Adda Morta di Castiglione loop,” which spans 4.5 miles. The area also serves pet owners with several dog-friendly parks, facilitating recreational activities for both residents and their pets. These facilities contribute to a lifestyle enriched with outdoor engagement and community interaction.
✅ Pros
– Quality healthcare services available within the region.
– Good air quality for a healthier lifestyle.
– Low unemployment rate fosters economic stability.
– Not a tourist hotspot, ensuring peaceful living.
– Well-connected transportation options to major cities.
– Rich cultural and historical backdrop to explore.
– Integration opportunities with local community activities.
– Modern infrastructure supporting daily conveniences.
– Mild climate suitable for year-round outdoor activities.
– Adequate educational facilities for residents and families.
❌ Cons
– Healthcare services could be better; score suggests room for improvement.
– Limited entertainment options may lead to occasional boredom.
– Mild climate? Prepare for some rainy days and humidity.
– Infrastructure score indicates potential for maintenance issues.
– Internet speed is decent, but could always be faster.
– Lesser-known history might not appeal to all culture buffs.
– Not touristic means fewer dining and shopping choices nearby.
– Local dialects can be challenging for non-Italians to understand.
– Integration opportunities may require extra effort for newcomers.
– Weather extremes can be a surprise during seasonal transitions.
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