Elevation

[?] Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
40

Population

[?] This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
11800

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.
152400

Air Quality Rating

[?] Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
86

Region

Puglia

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)

109
/ 39

Climate Description

Mild winters, warm summers, abundant sunshine, modest rainfall, rare snowfall.

Lizzanello

Puglia

Population of 11,700; traditional culture, local shops, annual festivals, proximity to beaches, healthcare concerns.

Quality of Life Score

[?]Factors in air quality, amenities, walkability, population, and environmental risks. Higher scores suggest better living conditions.

78

Quality of Infrastructure

[?]Measures internet speed, healthcare access, airports, rail, and walkability. Higher scores mean better connectivity and essential services.

63

Quality of Economy

[?]Based on income, property prices, job availability, and population density. Higher scores indicate stronger economic conditions.

63

Summary

Lizzanello, a quaint town in the Puglia region of Italy, is conveniently situated just a short drive from Lecce, known for its stunning baroque architecture. With a population of around 11,700, Lizzanello boasts a welcoming atmosphere that is appealing to expats and retirees seeking a slower pace of life. The town features charming streets lined with local shops and cafes, providing a taste of authentic Italian culture.

Among its attractions, the annual festivals celebrate traditional crafts and culinary delights, reinforcing its rich heritage. Lizzanello’s location allows easy access to beautiful beaches, just a 13 km drive away, known for their excellent water quality. While healthcare services are available, recent rankings indicate room for improvement, which is a consideration for retirees. Overall, Lizzanello offers a blend of cultural vibrancy and tranquil living, although some may find the healthcare system requires navigating local nuances.

✅ Pros

– Mild climate with warm summers and mild winters.
– Rich cultural and historical heritage to explore.
– Integration opportunities with friendly local community.
– Quality healthcare services available in the vicinity.
– Good air quality enhancing overall well-being.
– Affordable cost of living compared to larger cities.
– Less touristy, providing a peaceful living environment.
– Sufficient infrastructure supporting daily commuting needs.
– Access to local markets and fresh produce.
– Growing internet connectivity for remote work flexibility.

❌ Cons

– Healthcare quality could be better; score reflects some concerns.
– Higher unemployment rate may indicate limited job opportunities.
– Infrastructure improvements needed for better transportation options.
– Internet speeds may not meet all remote work needs.
– Limited educational facilities may affect families with children.
– Less cultural activities compared to larger, touristy cities.
– Local services may have reduced hours, affecting convenience.
– Fewer entertainment options for socializing and leisure activities.
– The peaceful environment might feel isolating for some expats.
– Mild climate can lead to hot summers without proper cooling.

Lizzanello Demographics

Population

[?] This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.

11800

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.

152400

Births Per 100 Deaths

70.0

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.

17600

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.

5620 out of 7901

Infrastructure and Connectivity

Closest Airport

Name

Papola Casale (Brindisi)

Connectivity Score

[?] Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.

4

Driving Time

35min(s)

Papola Casale (Brindisi) Airport is located approximately 6 kilometres from Brindisi’s city centre in southern Italy. In 2023, it served over 3 million passengers, acting as a focus city for Ryanair with regular and seasonal flights connecting to destinations such as London, Milan, and Rome. Known for its dual role as a civilian airport and strategic military facility, it provides essential humanitarian services and supports regional travel, making it both an important transport hub and a vital strategic location.

2nd Closest Airport

Name

Karol Wojtyla (Bari)

Connectivity Score

[?] Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.

7

Driving Time

87min(s)

Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport is located approximately 8 kilometres northwest of Bari, Italy, and serves as a significant hub in the Puglia region. It handled over 6 million passengers in 2023, largely acting as a focus city for low-cost carriers like Ryanair and Volotea. The airport connects to numerous European cities, with main routes including destinations such as London, Paris, Milan, and Istanbul, and benefits from seasonal services to cities like New York and Vienna, marking it as a convenient base for both domestic and international travel.

3rd Closest Airport

Name

Lamezia Terme (Lamezia)

Connectivity Score

[?] Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.

5

Driving Time

179min(s)

Lamezia Terme International Airport (SUF) is located in Calabria, southern Italy, approximately 9 km south of the city of Lamezia Terme. It overlooks the Tyrrhenian Sea and is especially busy during the summer months, accommodating over 2.6 million passengers in 2022. The airport is a hub for low-cost airlines such as Ryanair, EasyJet, and WizzAir, offering connections to major Italian cities like Rome and Milan, as well as seasonal flights to destinations like Toronto, Vienna, and Cologne. Notably, the airport does not emphasize any particular hub designation but offers significant connectivity for both domestic and international flights, making it a convenient option for travellers seeking both leisure and business routes.

Closest Rail

Name

Stazione di Lecce

Connectivity Score

[?] Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.

8

Driving Time

14min(s)

Train service at Stazione di Lecce includes various train lines primarily operated by Trenitalia. Key rail lines stopping here include the Adriatic line connecting it to other major cities in Italy. Direct trains from Lecce provide connections to significant destinations such as Bari, Brindisi, Taranto, and larger metropolitan areas like Rome and Milan. Trains operated by Trenitalia include regional services as well as the high-speed Le Frecce (Freccia Rossa and Freccia Argento). The frequency of departures varies, with regional trains generally running every 30 minutes to an hour during peak times, while high-speed services may have fewer departures, typically several per day. The station accommodates a mix of high-speed and regional trains, making it a versatile hub for travel in and around Southern Italy.

2nd Closest Rail

Name

Stazione di Zollino

Connectivity Score

[?] Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.

6

Driving Time

16min(s)

Train service at Stazione di Zollino includes the following structured summary:

– **Rail Lines That Stop Here**: The station is served by the Lecce–Otranto railway and the Zollino-Gallipoli railway.

– **Key Destinations Connected by Direct Trains**: Direct train services connect Zollino to Lecce, Nardo, Gallipoli, Maglie, Tricase, and Gagliano.

– **Train Operators**: The primary operator of train services at Zollino is Ferrovie del Sud Est.

– **Frequency of Departures**: The specific frequency of departures is not detailed, but there are regular local services throughout the day.

– **Type of Trains**: The station primarily handles regional trains (Treno regionale).

3rd Closest Rail

Name

Stazione di Corigliano d'Otranto

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 Corigliano d’Otranto connects to the Lecce-Otranto railway. The station is primarily served by regional trains operated by Ferrovie del Sud Est, with key destinations including Lecce and Otranto. Trains travel in both directions with stops at Zollino towards Lecce and Melpignano towards Otranto. Departures generally occur every few hours, rather than at frequent intervals like every half hour. The station does not offer high-speed train services, focusing mainly on regional connections only.

Infrastructure & Amenities

Within 10km

Auto Repair Shops

204

Bars

149

Cafes

57

Cinemas

47

Dentists

36

Golf Courses

1

Gyms

13

Health Clinics

17

Hiking Trails

28

Historical Sites

347

Libraries

14

Museums

187

Parks

69

Pharmacies

14

Restaurants

62

Shopping Centres

76

Supermarkets

172

Spas

217

Beach

Name

Le Ficherelle

Driving Distance

11mins

Water Quality Rating

1 - Excellent

Mountain Resort

Name

Monte Sirino

Driving Distance

194mins

Healthcare

Healthcare Score

[?] Evaluates hospital/clinic access, drive time to care, and regional quality rankings. Higher scores mean better healthcare.

44

Nearest Hospital Name

Vito Fazzi

Drive Time to Nearest Hospital

12 minutes

Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km

62

Local Public Healthcare Provider

ASL LE

Healthcare Quality Description

In this area of Puglia, healthcare services present a balanced mix of strengths and challenges. The overall performance falls slightly below the national median, with hospital care showing room for improvement. Cardiovascular treatment demonstrates efficiency, particularly in the timely response to severe heart attacks, and readmission rates post-heart attack are commendably low. Conversely, the management of bone fractures and breast cancer surgeries indicates the necessity for further enhancement. The duration of postoperative stays is relatively short, aligning well with contemporary healthcare standards. Prospective residents should consider these factors in their assessment of local medical provisions.

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.

9

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.

5

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.

93.814

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

479

Median

687

Third Quartile

798

Connectivity & Digital Access

Walkability Description

Very Walkable

Avg Download Speed (Mbps)

109

Fast Download Speed (Mbps)

151

Slow Download Speed (Mbps)

64

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.

Very Low (Bottom 10%)

Sunshine

Exceptional (Top 10%)

Snowfall

Very Low (Bottom 10%)

Min Annual Temperature (°C)

[?] This parameter represents the monthly average of daily minimum temperatures for January, based on data from OPEN-METEO.

6.6

Max Annual Temperature (°C)

[?] This parameter represents the monthly average of daily minimum temperatures for January, based on data from OPEN-METEO.

32.1

Climate Description

Lizzanello, Italy offers a climate appealing for those seeking a balance between mild winters and warm summers, ideal for retirees and expatriates. The region enjoys abundant sunshine, contributing to picturesque days throughout the year, particularly enticing for enthusiasts of outdoor activities. Precipitation is modest and well-distributed annually, ensuring lush landscapes without the burden of excess rainfall. Winters are mild, with snowfall being a rare occurrence, which may be appealing for those who prefer minimal winter disruptions. Overall, Lizzanello presents a temperate climate that supports a comfortable lifestyle and varied recreational opportunities throughout the year.

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.

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.

86

Air Quality Description

In Lizzanello, Italy, the air quality generally presents a balanced profile conducive to outdoor activities for its residents, including the expat and retiree communities. Particulate matter is overall moderate, with substances such as nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide maintained at levels indicating little to no disruption to daily routines. Ozone, however, at times reaches measurements that could necessitate caution during high-exposure activities like midday jogging. For those considering relocation or extended stays here, Lizzanello offers an agreeable atmospheric environment where air quality is poised to bolster rather than deter an active, healthy lifestyle.

In Lizzanello, Italy, the air quality generally presents a balanced profile conducive to outdoor activities for its residents, including the expat and retiree communities. Particulate matter is overall moderate, with substances such as nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide maintained at levels indicating little to no disruption to daily routines. Ozone, however, at times reaches measurements that could necessitate caution during high-exposure activities like midday jogging. For those considering relocation or extended stays here, Lizzanello offers an agreeable atmospheric environment where air quality is poised to bolster rather than deter an active, healthy lifestyle.

Town Descriptions

Getting There

Lizzanello is accessible via the SS16 and SS613 road connections. The nearest airports are Papola Casale in Brindisi and Karol Wojtyla in Bari. Train services from nearby stations enhance connectivity, receiving scores of 8 and 6 out of 10, respectively.

Getting Around

Local Cuisine

Lizzanello, located in the Puglia region of Italy, boasts a vibrant culinary scene that reflects the rich agricultural heritage of the area. Traditional dishes such as orecchiette with turnip greens, burrata, and focaccia are quintessential to the local diet. The town features a variety of dining establishments, showcasing both traditional Apulian cuisine and international influences, often emphasizing fresh, high-quality ingredients. Notably, there are no Michelin-starred restaurants currently listed directly in Lizzanello, although nearby regions in Puglia are home to several Michelin-rated venues. Dining experiences often include communal meals, highlighting the region’s strong culinary traditions and hospitality.

Shopping Overview

The area offers a range of shopping options suitable for expats and retirees. There are several supermarkets for everyday needs, alongside specialised boutiques catering to fashion and home decor. Noteworthy are the shopping centres, which provide a variety of retail experiences, including electronics and sportswear. Additional options include local markets, enhancing the shopping landscape with fresh produce and artisanal goods. The presence of diverse commercial formats ensures that both convenience and variety are accessible to residents.

Neighborhoods

Green Areas and Parks

Lizzanello offers several outdoor activities conducive to an active lifestyle. The locality is home to the Centro Ippico Asd Colò, providing equestrian trails for horse riding enthusiasts. Additionally, the area features various trails suitable for mountain biking, with routes such as Lizzanello-Cesine-San Cataldo and Lizzanello-Cavallino available for exploration. These paths offer connectivity to nearby towns and landscapes, enhancing both recreational and commuting options for residents and visitors. The natural environment supports a variety of outdoor pursuits, contributing to the area’s attractiveness for retirees and expatriates seeking serene yet active settings.

✅ Pros

– Mild climate with warm summers and mild winters.
– Rich cultural and historical heritage to explore.
– Integration opportunities with friendly local community.
– Quality healthcare services available in the vicinity.
– Good air quality enhancing overall well-being.
– Affordable cost of living compared to larger cities.
– Less touristy, providing a peaceful living environment.
– Sufficient infrastructure supporting daily commuting needs.
– Access to local markets and fresh produce.
– Growing internet connectivity for remote work flexibility.

❌ Cons

– Healthcare quality could be better; score reflects some concerns.
– Higher unemployment rate may indicate limited job opportunities.
– Infrastructure improvements needed for better transportation options.
– Internet speeds may not meet all remote work needs.
– Limited educational facilities may affect families with children.
– Less cultural activities compared to larger, touristy cities.
– Local services may have reduced hours, affecting convenience.
– Fewer entertainment options for socializing and leisure activities.
– The peaceful environment might feel isolating for some expats.
– Mild climate can lead to hot summers without proper cooling.

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