Elevation

[?] Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
77

Population

[?] This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
29800

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.
99000

Air Quality Rating

[?] Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
84

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.
Relatively High

Avg Download Speed (Mbps) / Avg Upload Speed (Mbps)

89
/ 36

Climate Description

Mild winters, warm summers, moderate rainfall, abundant sunshine, ideal for outdoor living.

Manduria

Puglia

Historic town in Puglia known for Primitivo wine, cultural landmarks, modest cost of living.

Quality of Life Score

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

71

Quality of Infrastructure

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

57

Quality of Economy

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

68

Summary

Manduria, situated in the picturesque Puglia region, is a town steeped in history and culture, appealing to expats and retirees. Known for its exceptional Primitivo wine, the town hosts the Museo della Civiltà del Vino Primitivo, offering insights into the local viticulture. The historic center boasts ancient landmarks such as the Duomo di Manduria and the Ex Sinagoga, reflecting the town’s rich cultural tapestry. Natural beauty can be experienced at nearby Spiaggia di San Pietro in Bevagna and the Riserva Naturale Della Foce Del Fiume Chidro, both easily accessible for weekend escapes.

However, while Manduria offers many attractions, it faces challenges like limited healthcare quality and insufficient English-speaking locals, which may complicate integration for some expatriates. The cost of living is relatively modest, making it an attractive option for those seeking a laid-back Italian lifestyle. The pedestrian-friendly environment enhances the town’s charm, facilitating an active outdoor lifestyle.

✅ Pros

– Rich cultural and historical heritage to explore and enjoy.
– Mild climate with warm summers and mild winters.
– Strong sense of community and integration opportunities available.
– Quality healthcare services accessible to residents and expats.
– Peaceful lifestyle away from bustling tourist areas.
– Affordable cost of living compared to larger Italian cities.
– Scenic landscapes and beautiful countryside surrounding the town.
– Local markets offering fresh produce and regional specialties.
– Limited tourist presence enhances local authenticity and charm.
– Reasonable internet connectivity for remote work and communication.

❌ Cons

– Healthcare quality may not meet expat expectations or standards.
– Public transportation options can be somewhat limited and inconvenient.
– Economic opportunities can be scarce, impacting job prospects significantly.
– Air quality occasionally dips below optimal, affecting respiratory health.
– Infrastructure lacks modern upgrades, leading to occasional inconveniences.
– Limited educational facilities may not suit families with children.
– Internet speeds, while decent, may not support heavy usage.
– Unemployment rate slightly higher than the national average.
– Cultural activities may feel repetitive after some time.
– Local bureaucracy can be slow and frustrating for newcomers.

Manduria Demographics

Population

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

29800

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.

99000

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.

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.

16400

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.

6305 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

43min(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

85min(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

159min(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 Francavilla Fontana

Connectivity Score

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

7

Driving Time

24min(s)

Train service at Stazione di Francavilla Fontana includes connections on the Taranto–Brindisi railway and the Martina Franca-Lecce railway. Key destinations connected by direct trains include the major cities of Taranto, Brindisi, and Lecce, as well as Milan and Ancona via the night train service. The primary train operators are Trenitalia and Ferrovie del Sud Est. Departures occur frequently throughout the day, with local services running multiple times, while the night service is less frequent. The station primarily handles regional trains, though it does offer night services which connect to high-speed routes.

2nd Closest Rail

Name

Stazione di San Pancrazio Salentino

Connectivity Score

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

5

Driving Time

25min(s)

Train service at Stazione di San Pancrazio Salentino is primarily provided by the Ferrovie del Sud Est and operates on the Martina Franca-Lecce railway line. The key destinations connected by direct trains include Lecce and Martina Franca, with local services extending to Francavilla Fontana and Novoli. Departures occur several times a day, offering regional service without high-speed options. The station features two platforms and serves as a regional stop.

3rd Closest Rail

Name

Stazione di Oria

Connectivity Score

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

4

Driving Time

25min(s)

Train service at Stazione di Oria includes local trains operated by Trenitalia. The station is located on the Taranto–Brindisi railway line. Key destinations connected by direct trains include Taranto, Francavilla Fontana, and Brindisi. Departures occur every few hours, generally with a frequency of about every four hours on weekdays. The services offered at this station are predominantly regional local trains, and there are no high-speed train services available.

Infrastructure & Amenities

Within 10km

Auto Repair Shops

43

Bars

37

Cafes

15

Cinemas

4

Dentists

28

Golf Courses

0

Gyms

14

Health Clinics

5

Hiking Trails

1

Historical Sites

79

Libraries

0

Museums

2

Parks

5

Pharmacies

6

Restaurants

43

Shopping Centres

18

Supermarkets

85

Spas

31

Beach

Name

Spiaggia Libera Torre Boraco

Driving Distance

8mins

Water Quality Rating

1 - Excellent

Mountain Resort

Name

Monte Sirino

Driving Distance

158mins

Healthcare

Healthcare Score

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

0

Nearest Hospital Name

Marianna Giannuzzi-Pronto Socc

Drive Time to Nearest Hospital

8 minutes

Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km

9

Local Public Healthcare Provider

ASL TA

Healthcare Quality Description

In this area of Puglia, healthcare services present varied quality levels. General healthcare indicators hover around the midpoint nationally, with local hospital care falling below average. Heart attack readmission rates are notably lower, indicating effective initial treatments. However, bone fracture response times and minimisation of invasive practices in breast cancer surgeries lag. Emergency cardiac protocols and short-term post-operative care are mixed, showing room for improvement. The authority excels in managing heart failure readmissions, reflecting efficiency in this specific area, while other services might not match the highest regional or national standards. Retirees should weigh these factors when considering relocation.

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.

41

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.

104.95

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

658

Median

1011

Third Quartile

1700

Connectivity & Digital Access

Walkability Description

Very Walkable

Avg Download Speed (Mbps)

89

Fast Download Speed (Mbps)

147

Slow Download Speed (Mbps)

38

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 20%

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 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.

6.1

Max Annual Temperature (°C)

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

31.9

Climate Description

In Manduria, Italy, the climate presents a pleasant balance for those seeking a Mediterranean lifestyle optimized for outdoor pursuits and relaxation. Marked by generally mild winters, the region seldom experiences more than a token snowfall, aligning well with retirees' and expats' desires for manageable winters. Summers in Manduria bring warmth conducive to enjoying the extensive local vineyards and coastal activities, without oppressive heat. The region basks in plentiful sunshine, infusing most days with a cheerful brightness that appeals to residents from sunnier homelands. Rainfall is moderate across the year, ensuring lush landscapes while not unduly disrupting daily life, making it particularly appealing for those migrating from more temperate climates.

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.

84

Air Quality Description

In the charming confines of Manduria, Italy, the quality of air largely complements the serene lifestyle favored by expats and retirees. The atmospheric particulars reflect a generally ‘Good’ rating across major pollutants such as PM10, PM2.5, and nitrogen dioxide, attributed to lower urban congestion and well-maintained local industries. Sulphur dioxide levels are also within ‘Good’ limits, posing minimal concern for those sensitive to respiratory irritants. Ozone levels hover at a ‘Fair’ mark; while slightly higher, they remain within a tolerable range for most residents. Overall, Manduria offers a breathable environment conducive to leisurely afternoons spent in verdant vineyards or historical explorations.

In the charming confines of Manduria, Italy, the quality of air largely complements the serene lifestyle favored by expats and retirees. The atmospheric particulars reflect a generally ‘Good’ rating across major pollutants such as PM10, PM2.5, and nitrogen dioxide, attributed to lower urban congestion and well-maintained local industries. Sulphur dioxide levels are also within ‘Good’ limits, posing minimal concern for those sensitive to respiratory irritants. Ozone levels hover at a ‘Fair’ mark; while slightly higher, they remain within a tolerable range for most residents. Overall, Manduria offers a breathable environment conducive to leisurely afternoons spent in verdant vineyards or historical explorations.

Town Descriptions

Getting There

Manduria is accessible via the Brindisi and Bari airports, with Brindisi being the closest. The town is served by two nearby train stations, providing moderate connectivity options. The road infrastructure and connectivity rating highlight some limitations, yet the local road network facilitates travel to regional hubs.

Getting Around

Local Cuisine

Manduria, nestled in the picturesque region of Puglia, showcases a vibrant culinary scene that marries traditional recipes with modern interpretations. Key dishes include ‘fave e cicoria’ (fava bean purée with wild chicory), hearty meat stews, and local cheeses such as spicy Pecorino. The town is renowned for its Primitivo wine, influencing various dishes such as ‘risotto al primitivo’ and ‘la bella guancia primitiva’ (veal cheek stew). In terms of dining variety, Manduria offers numerous options, including innovative restaurants like ES, which emphasizes pairing local dishes with regional wines, reflecting both local and international culinary influences. The culinary landscape is highlighted by a commitment to sourcing seasonal ingredients and honoring traditional practices while adapting them for contemporary palates. Currently, Manduria does not feature any Michelin-starred establishments.

Shopping Overview

The area offers diverse shopping options catering to expats and retirees. Supermarkets and organic stores provide essential groceries, while shopping centres, such as a prominent large venue, deliver a variety of shops, including designer and specialty stores. The retail landscape encompasses boutiques, general merchandise, second-hand shops, and markets, enhancing the shopping experience with local products and crafts. Antiques, arts, and local food options also contribute to a vibrant shopping culture, accommodating various budget levels and preferences.

Neighborhoods

Green Areas and Parks

Manduria offers several outdoor activities suitable for nature enthusiasts. Notable sites include the Riserva Naturale Della Foce Del Fiume Chidro, known for its waterways and being a popular spot for walks. Beach options are abundant, with Spiaggia Salina dei Monaci and Spiaggia di San Pietro in Bevagna noted for their scenic views. Additionally, biking tours are accessible via Biasco Viaggi, while Fuorigioco Centro Sportivo offers facilities for various sports. These venues provide both leisurely and active pursuits in the natural settings.

✅ Pros

– Rich cultural and historical heritage to explore and enjoy.
– Mild climate with warm summers and mild winters.
– Strong sense of community and integration opportunities available.
– Quality healthcare services accessible to residents and expats.
– Peaceful lifestyle away from bustling tourist areas.
– Affordable cost of living compared to larger Italian cities.
– Scenic landscapes and beautiful countryside surrounding the town.
– Local markets offering fresh produce and regional specialties.
– Limited tourist presence enhances local authenticity and charm.
– Reasonable internet connectivity for remote work and communication.

❌ Cons

– Healthcare quality may not meet expat expectations or standards.
– Public transportation options can be somewhat limited and inconvenient.
– Economic opportunities can be scarce, impacting job prospects significantly.
– Air quality occasionally dips below optimal, affecting respiratory health.
– Infrastructure lacks modern upgrades, leading to occasional inconveniences.
– Limited educational facilities may not suit families with children.
– Internet speeds, while decent, may not support heavy usage.
– Unemployment rate slightly higher than the national average.
– Cultural activities may feel repetitive after some time.
– Local bureaucracy can be slow and frustrating for newcomers.

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