Elevation
[?]
Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
227
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
14200
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.
58400
Air Quality Rating
[?]
Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
82
Region
Piemonte
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)
96
/ 48
Climate Description
Distinct four seasons with mild springs/autumns, warm summers, snowy winters, and ample sunlight.
Oleggio
Piemonte
Municipal town in Piedmont; rich history, favorable climate, limited public transport, appealing to expats.
Summary
Oleggio, situated in the Piedmont region of Italy, is a small but vibrant municipal town in the Province of Novara. Approximately 14,200 residents enjoy a favorable climate noted for its generally excellent air quality. The town’s proximity to Milan and the informative local services make it appealing to both expats and retirees. Key attractions include its historic architecture, with several buildings reflecting its rich heritage dating back to Roman times, complemented by access to natural landscapes ideal for hiking enthusiasts.
Local industries, particularly in manufacturing and agriculture, contribute to the economy, with traditional markets enhancing the charm. However, the transport infrastructure may present challenges; while air quality and health services are commendable, public transportation options are limited, necessitating reliance on personal vehicles. Nonetheless, the blend of cultural heritage and potential for a peaceful lifestyle continues to attract those seeking a quieter life in Italy.
✅ Pros
– High-quality healthcare services available for residents and expats.
– Well-connected transportation links to major cities and regions.
– Pleasant climate with mild winters and warm summers.
– Rich cultural and historical backdrop to explore and enjoy.
– Strong sense of community with integration opportunities.
– Clean air quality contributing to overall well-being.
– Stable economy with low unemployment rates.
– Reliable internet connectivity for remote work and leisure.
– Affordable cost of living compared to larger cities.
– Access to local markets and fresh produce for healthy living.
❌ Cons
– Limited nightlife options for night owls or party enthusiasts.
– Smaller expat community may lead to isolation for some.
– Fewer international schools available for non-Italian speaking families.
– Limited shopping variety compared to larger urban centers.
– Public services may be slower due to smaller town resources.
– Occasional language barrier for non-Italian speakers.
– Less cultural diversity compared to larger Italian cities.
– Limited job opportunities for specialized fields or industries.
– Seasonal tourism may affect local amenities and businesses.
– Weather can be too hot for those who dislike heat.
Oleggio Demographics
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
14200
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.
58400
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.
24200
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.
810 out of 7901
Infrastructure and Connectivity
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
13min(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.
2nd 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
47min(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.
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
57min(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 Oleggio
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
4min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Oleggio provides a vital link within Lombardy, Italy. The station is served primarily by regional trains operated by Trenitalia.
– **Rail Lines**: The Luino–Oleggio railway, connecting key towns in the region.
– **Key Destinations**: Direct train services to Novara, Arona, Milan (including Milan Central Station), and Milan Malpensa Airport.
– **Train Operators**: Trenitalia.
– **Frequency of Departures**: Departures are relatively frequent, with:
– To Novara: 8 trains daily
– To Arona: 8 trains daily
– To Milan Central Station: 25 trains daily
– To Milan: 17 trains daily
– To Milan Malpensa Airport: 13 trains daily
– **Types of Trains**: The service is primarily regional, with no known high-speed services.
Overall, Stazione di Oleggio ensures good connectivity within the region, making it a convenient stop for both daily commuters and travellers.
2nd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Marano Ticino
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
6
Driving Time
6min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Marano Ticino includes the following key details:
– **Rail lines that stop here**: Primarily regional lines operated by Trenitalia and Italo.
– **Key destinations connected by direct trains**: Frequent services to Novara, Arona, Oleggio, and connections to larger cities such as Milan, Rome, Naples, Florence, Venice, Turin, Bologna, and Verona.
– **Train operators**: The main operators are Trenitalia and Italo.
– **Frequency of departures**: There are approximately 7 trains per day to Novara, while trains to Arona take about 21 minutes, with the first train usually departing around 7:08 and the last around 20:08.
– **High-speed vs Regional**: The services are primarily regional with connections to high-speed services available in nearby major stations.
In summary, Stazione di Marano Ticino mainly serves regional destinations with a good connection to key cities in Italy through Trenitalia and Italo.
3rd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Momo
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
10min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Momo includes the following details:
– **Rail Lines**: The main line serving this station is the Novara to Domodossola line.
– **Key Destinations**: Direct trains connect to Novara, Domodossola, Borgomanero, Milan Malpensa Airport, Bergamo, and Caltignaga.
– **Train Operators**: The primary operator is Trenitalia.
– **Frequency of Departures**: Trains depart approximately every forty minutes.
– **Train Types**: The station primarily operates regional trains, with no high-speed services available.
Infrastructure & Amenities
Within 10km
Auto Repair Shops
22
Bars
27
Cafes
4
Cinemas
6
Dentists
23
Golf Courses
4
Gyms
6
Health Clinics
8
Hiking Trails
13
Historical Sites
204
Libraries
1
Museums
14
Parks
24
Pharmacies
6
Restaurants
71
Shopping Centres
74
Supermarkets
11
Spas
45
Beach
Name
Canottieri
Driving Distance
16mins
Water Quality Rating
1 - Excellent
Mountain Resort
Name
Mottarone
Driving Distance
62mins
Healthcare
Healthcare Score
[?]
Evaluates hospital/clinic access, drive time to care, and regional quality rankings. Higher scores mean better healthcare.
95
Nearest Hospital Name
Osp. di Cuggiono-Pronto Soccor
Drive Time to Nearest Hospital
23 minutes
Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km
11
Local Public Healthcare Provider
NO
Healthcare Quality Description
In this area of Piemonte, the local healthcare system demonstrates above-average quality in several key aspects. It excels notably in hospital care and responds efficiently to bone fractures within a two-day time frame. Breast cancer surgeries often employ minimally invasive techniques. Emergency cardiac treatment for certain heart attacks shows prompt execution. However, the management of post-operative stays and readmissions following heart failure and heart attacks reveals room for improvement. Overall, the healthcare services provide a competent level of care, suitable for those prioritising advanced local treatment alongside reliable emergency response capabilities.
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.
24
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.
1
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.
86.727
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
879
Median
1235
Third Quartile
1565
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.
Top 30%
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.
Very High (81st-90th percentile)
Sunshine
Somewhat Low (21st-30th percentile)
Snowfall
Above Average (51st-60th percentile)
Climate Description
Oleggio, nestled in northern Italy, offers a climate that starkly distinguishes its four seasons, tailored for those who appreciate variability in their weather. Winters bring a light dusting of snow, subtly transforming the landscape, while summers peak with warmth, encouraging outdoor dining and leisure. Springs and autumns are noticeably mild, marked by moderate temperatures which create an inviting environment all year round. The town enjoys ample sunlight, making it an ideal locale for expats and retirees seeking the comfort of brighter days alongside the charm of seasonal shifts. Rain is well-spread throughout the year, maintaining the lushness of the local flora.
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
Oleggio, Italy, offers an air quality that retirees and expatriates might find appealing for its balanced attributes. The town’s ambient particulate matter, measured as PM10 and PM2.5, sits in fair to moderate ranges, suggesting a mostly pleasant environment typical of this scenic locale. Nitrogen and sulphur dioxide levels are impressively low, contributing to an atmosphere that is conducive to outdoor activities without significant concern for respiratory irritants. Ozone levels, while moderate, do not typically detract from the overall quality of life. Oleggio presents a viable option for those seeking a serene Italian setting with relatively uncompromised air purity.
Oleggio, Italy, offers an air quality that retirees and expatriates might find appealing for its balanced attributes. The town’s ambient particulate matter, measured as PM10 and PM2.5, sits in fair to moderate ranges, suggesting a mostly pleasant environment typical of this scenic locale. Nitrogen and sulphur dioxide levels are impressively low, contributing to an atmosphere that is conducive to outdoor activities without significant concern for respiratory irritants. Ozone levels, while moderate, do not typically detract from the overall quality of life. Oleggio presents a viable option for those seeking a serene Italian setting with relatively uncompromised air purity.
Town Descriptions
Getting There
Oleggio benefits from strong transport links, situated 13 minutes from Malpensa Airport and 47 minutes from Linate. Two nearby train stations provide convenient rail access, complemented by efficient road connections that enhance its overall connectivity. The town’s infrastructure is rated 80 out of 100, supporting its accessibility.
Getting Around
Local Cuisine
Oleggio’s culinary scene is characterized by a blend of traditional and modern influences reflective of the Piemonte region. Local specialties include hearty dishes such as risotto al vino rosso and bagna cauda, dishes that demonstrate the area’s rich agricultural heritage. The town features a variety of dining establishments, from rustic trattorias to upscale gourmet venues, catering to diverse palates. Notably, Casa Celesia stands out as a newly opened gourmet restaurant that merges classic culinary techniques with avant-garde creativity, offering seasonal interpretations of regional dishes such as marinated venison and ravioli with coda alla vaccinara. Although there are exceptional dining options in the area, there are currently no Michelin-starred restaurants located directly within Oleggio itself, underscoring the town’s developing but notable dining landscape.
Shopping Overview
Shopping options in the area encompass a variety of formats, including supermarkets and specialty shops, complemented by notable shopping centres offering diverse retail experiences. Local shopping features farmers markets, where fresh produce can be sourced, alongside boutiques that provide unique gifts and artisan products. Major shopping venues situated nearby further enhance the retail landscape, accommodating both everyday needs and luxury shopping desires.
Neighborhoods
Green Areas and Parks
Oleggio, Piemonte offers diverse outdoor activities that appeal to expats and retirees. Dormelletto – Lagoni di Mercurago provides a 5.4-mile hiking trail through varied forest scenery, featuring wildlife sightings and lagoons. Additionally, the region includes several equestrian centers such as Scuderia del Gordon ASD and Scuderia La Selvaggia, offering horseback riding tours and trails. These activities provide tranquil and nature-focused leisure opportunities for those seeking to enjoy the outdoors away from crowded urban areas.
✅ Pros
– High-quality healthcare services available for residents and expats.
– Well-connected transportation links to major cities and regions.
– Pleasant climate with mild winters and warm summers.
– Rich cultural and historical backdrop to explore and enjoy.
– Strong sense of community with integration opportunities.
– Clean air quality contributing to overall well-being.
– Stable economy with low unemployment rates.
– Reliable internet connectivity for remote work and leisure.
– Affordable cost of living compared to larger cities.
– Access to local markets and fresh produce for healthy living.
❌ Cons
– Limited nightlife options for night owls or party enthusiasts.
– Smaller expat community may lead to isolation for some.
– Fewer international schools available for non-Italian speaking families.
– Limited shopping variety compared to larger urban centers.
– Public services may be slower due to smaller town resources.
– Occasional language barrier for non-Italian speakers.
– Less cultural diversity compared to larger Italian cities.
– Limited job opportunities for specialized fields or industries.
– Seasonal tourism may affect local amenities and businesses.
– Weather can be too hot for those who dislike heat.
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