Elevation
[?]
Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
64
Population
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This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
19300
Real Population (5km)
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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.
84100
Air Quality Rating
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Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
84
Region
Toscana
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)
66
/ 20
Climate Description
Moderate climate with warm summers, mild winters, ample sunshine, and well-distributed rainfall.
Pescia
Toscana
Located between Florence and Lucca, the town is known for its flower market and medieval architecture.
Summary
Pescia, a charming town located between Florence and Lucca, is notable for its rich floricultural history and agricultural production. The town is famous for its vibrant flower market, Mercato Dei Fiori, attracting both locals and tourists. Visitors can explore its medieval architecture, with prominent sites such as the Duomo Di Santa Maria Assunta and the Chiesa di San Francesco, alongside historical palaces from the Middle Ages. With its picturesque hills adorned with olive trees and expansive flower fields, Pescia offers a strong connection to nature.
While the town boasts an appealing quality of life and good local services, expats may find occasional challenges, such as limited access to certain international amenities. Nonetheless, it provides a tranquil yet culturally rich environment suited for retirees seeking a slower pace of life in Tuscany, with good dining options and local markets that highlight regional produce.
✅ Pros
– Rich cultural and historical backdrop enhances daily life experience.
– Moderate climate offers enjoyable seasons for outdoor activities.
– Efficient transportation options connect to major cities and attractions.
– Affordable cost of living compared to larger Italian cities.
– Quality healthcare services available within the town and region.
– Clean air quality contributes to a healthy living environment.
– Low unemployment rate supports stable economic conditions.
– Opportunities for integration through local community events.
– Beautiful natural surroundings ideal for outdoor enthusiasts.
– Internet connectivity supports remote work and digital communication.
❌ Cons
– Limited healthcare facilities may require travel for specialized care.
– Infrastructure could use improvement for optimal daily commuting.
– Internet speeds may be slower than in larger cities.
– Economic opportunities can be limited in smaller local market.
– Some seasonal weather extremes may not appeal to all.
– Cultural activities may be fewer compared to larger cities.
– Local language barrier can complicate integration for some expats.
– Tourism presence may lead to overcrowding during peak seasons.
– Public services may have a slower response time than expected.
– Limited shopping options may require trips to nearby cities.
Pescia Demographics
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
19300
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.
84100
Births Per 100 Deaths
50.0
Population Data Source
ISTAT,2023
Estimated Unemployment Rate
Touristy Index
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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)
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This is an estimation of average income per resident for this town, based on 2023 data from the Italian Ministry of Finance.
21100
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.
3444 out of 7901
Infrastructure and Connectivity
Closest Airport
Name
Amerigo Vespucci (Florence)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
6
Driving Time
40min(s)
Amerigo Vespucci Airport, also known as Florence Airport, is situated near Florence, Italy, serving as an essential international gateway in the Tuscany region. It handles over 3 million passengers annually, offering connectivity to a variety of European destinations such as London, Paris, Amsterdam, and more, with seasonal routes to cities like Lyon and Olbia. As a focus city for airlines such as Vueling and Volotea, the airport is well connected through a light-rail link and buses to central Florence, making it accessible for travellers exploring the vibrant city and its surroundings.
2nd Closest Airport
Name
Galileo Galilei (Pisa)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
41min(s)
Galileo Galilei Airport, situated in Pisa, Italy, is the 10th busiest airport in the country, having served over 5 million passengers in 2023. It operates as a focus city for Ryanair and provides connections mainly across Europe, with notable destinations including London, Paris, and Amsterdam. The airport is known for its budget-friendly options, with a single terminal providing both domestic and international flights, and is conveniently linked to Pisa Centrale railway station via the Pisa Mover shuttle service.
3rd Closest Airport
Name
Guglielmo Marconi (Bologna)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
74min(s)
Guglielmo Marconi Airport, located in Bologna, Italy, approximately 6 km from the city centre, serves as a vital transport hub in the Emilia-Romagna region. With nearly 10 million passengers in 2023, it ranks among Italy’s busier airports, connecting travellers to over 100 destinations, including major cities like Amsterdam, Frankfurt, and Dubai. Key routes facilitated by airlines such as Ryanair and Wizz Air include domestic flights to Catania and international connections to Tirana and Madrid, with the longest direct route being to Dubai. The airport’s connectivity is enhanced by a monorail to Bologna Central Station, making it easily accessible for both domestic and international travellers.
Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Pescia
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
6
Driving Time
11min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Pescia offers the following structured summary:
– **Rail Lines**: The station is served by Trenitalia regional trains, primarily along the routes connecting Florence to Lucca and Pisa.
– **Key Destinations**: Direct connections are available to major destinations including Florence (Sant Maria Novella), Pisa Centrale, Montecatini Centro, Lucca, and Siena.
– **Train Operators**: Trenitalia is the main operator serving Pescia, providing regional train services.
– **Frequency of Departures**: Trains to Florence and other key destinations operate on an hourly basis, with additional services to Montecatini Centro occurring more frequently.
– **Train Types**: The services primarily consist of regional trains, with no high-speed trains stopping at the station.
2nd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Altopascio
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
5
Driving Time
24min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Altopascio includes regional rail lines operated predominantly by Trenitalia. Key connections feature direct trains to major destinations such as Lucca, Montecatini Terme, and Pistoia. The frequency of departures is generally hourly, with the most common route being to Lucca, which has around 23 trains per day, taking approximately 12 minutes for the journey. Stazione di Altopascio does not facilitate high-speed train services; it operates only regional trains, focusing on local connectivity rather than national express routes.
3rd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Porcari
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
25min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Porcari offers a variety of connections and services that cater to local and regional needs. The key details are as follows:
– **Rail Lines:** The station is part of the local rail network, primarily served by Trenitalia.
– **Key Destinations:** Direct train services from Porcari connect to:
– Lucca: 10 minutes, approximately 15 trains per day
– Florence: 1 hour 20 minutes, approximately 26 trains per day
– Prato: 1 hour, approximately 14 trains per day
– La Spezia Centrale: 1 hour 47 minutes, approximately 26 trains per day
– Altopascio: 4 minutes, approximately 20 trains per day
– Pisa Centrale: 44 minutes, approximately 16 trains per day
– **Train Operators:** Trenitalia operates the services at this station.
– **Frequency of Departures:** The frequency varies by route; key services can be as frequent as every 10 to 30 minutes during peak times, with more limited services during off-peak hours.
– **Types of Services:** The station primarily offers regional train services, with no high-speed trains stopping at this location.
Overall, Stazione di Porcari provides essential connectivity for commuters and travellers in the region, making it a valuable transport hub in Tuscany.
Infrastructure & Amenities
Within 10km
Auto Repair Shops
25
Bars
26
Cafes
101
Cinemas
8
Dentists
58
Golf Courses
0
Gyms
29
Health Clinics
17
Hiking Trails
9
Historical Sites
261
Libraries
2
Museums
18
Parks
22
Pharmacies
13
Restaurants
163
Shopping Centres
40
Supermarkets
27
Spas
36
Beach
Name
Lago Braccini
Driving Distance
50mins
Water Quality Rating
1 - Excellent
Mountain Resort
Name
Abetone/Val di Luce
Driving Distance
84mins
Healthcare
Healthcare Score
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Evaluates hospital/clinic access, drive time to care, and regional quality rankings. Higher scores mean better healthcare.
46
Nearest Hospital Name
Osp. della Valdinievole-P. Soc
Drive Time to Nearest Hospital
8 minutes
Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km
18
Local Public Healthcare Provider
AZIENDA USL TOSCANA CENTRO
Healthcare Quality Description
In this area of Tuscany, the local health services perform commendably against national standards across various indicators. The overall healthcare quality is notably high, while local hospital care is more moderate. Heart attack readmissions are efficiently managed, contrasting with slower response times for bone fracture treatments. Breast cancer surgery increasingly utilises minimally invasive techniques, and post-operative stays are generally brief. Response to acute myocardial infarction could improve, and readmissions after heart failure are close to average. These factors collectively provide a mixed yet promising healthcare landscape relevant for those evaluating a move to the region.
Safety
Seismic Zone (risk of earthquakes)
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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.
23
Percentage of Population at Landslide Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate landslide risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
26
Percentage of Population at Flood Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate flood risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
12
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.
130.935
Housing & Property Market
Housing availability
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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
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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
665
Median
1026
Third Quartile
1444
Connectivity & Digital Access
Walkability Description
Very Walkable
Education
Avg Schools Ranking (All Criteria)
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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)
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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
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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.
Above Average (51st-60th percentile)
Sunshine
Somewhat High (61st-70th percentile)
Snowfall
Somewhat Low (21st-30th percentile)
Climate Description
Pescia, Italy, features a moderately temperate climate, appealing particularly to those craving a blend of warm summers and mild winters. The region enjoys an ample amount of sunshine throughout the year, enriching daily life with bright, cheerful skies. Winters are gentle here, with occasional snowfall that briefly dusts the cityscape, adding a touch of transient beauty without causing significant disruptions. Summers in Pescia are pleasantly warm, ideal for outdoor activities and leisure, drawing retirees and expats alike seeking comfort without the extremes of heat or cold. The rainfall is well-distributed across the seasons, supporting lush vegetation and the scenic river landscapes that define this enchanting town.
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
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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
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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
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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
Nestled in the heart of Italy, Pescia presents an appealing environment for expats and retirees, characterized by commendably clean air. The locale demonstrates favorable concentrations of particulate matter and gases, assuring residents of minimal airborne pollutants. While enjoying Pescia’s quaint streets and vibrant daily markets, individuals can breathe easily knowing the levels of both PM10 and PM2.5—particles that often concern urban dwellers—are well within the good range. Although ozone levels are slightly elevated, they predominantly stay within acceptable limits, ensuring the air quality remains largely beneficial for both leisure and daily living in this Italian haven.
Nestled in the heart of Italy, Pescia presents an appealing environment for expats and retirees, characterized by commendably clean air. The locale demonstrates favorable concentrations of particulate matter and gases, assuring residents of minimal airborne pollutants. While enjoying Pescia’s quaint streets and vibrant daily markets, individuals can breathe easily knowing the levels of both PM10 and PM2.5—particles that often concern urban dwellers—are well within the good range. Although ozone levels are slightly elevated, they predominantly stay within acceptable limits, ensuring the air quality remains largely beneficial for both leisure and daily living in this Italian haven.
Town Descriptions
Getting There
Pescia is accessible via key road connections, notably the SS12 and SS66 routes, linking it to larger cities in Tuscany. The nearest airports are Florence’s Amerigo Vespucci and Pisa’s Galileo Galilei, both within reasonable distance. Train stations nearby provide moderate connectivity to regional destinations.
Getting Around
Local Cuisine
Pescia, located in the picturesque region of Tuscany, offers a vibrant culinary scene that is steeped in tradition and enriched by local ingredients. The local cuisine is characterized by simplicity and richness, featuring iconic dishes such as Bistecca alla Fiorentina, Ribollita, and Crespelle alla Fiorentina, which highlight the region’s agricultural bounty. The focus is on high-quality, locally sourced produce, such as cannellini beans and vegetables, reflecting the area’s historical roots in rustic cooking traditions. Comparatively, the variety of dining options ranges from traditional trattorias, where homemade pasta is a staple, to contemporary eateries that fuse local flavors with international influences. However, it should be noted that as of the latest Michelin guide reviews, there are no Michelin-starred restaurants located directly in Pescia, indicating a gap in formal recognition despite the presence of quality dining establishments.
Shopping Overview
The area offers diverse shopping venues, including various supermarkets, local markets, and shopping centres. Supermarkets provide daily essentials, while local markets, including a weekly farmers’ market, offer fresh produce. Shopping centres feature a range of options from fashion to antiques. Specialty shops focus on unique goods like art and gifts. Fashion boutiques contribute to the vibrant retail landscape, catering to different tastes and preferences.
Neighborhoods
Green Areas and Parks
Pescia offers a variety of outdoor activities for nature enthusiasts. The area is renowned for its scenic hiking trails such as the Bistum Pescia to Vicar’s Palace loop, San Quirico to Parish Church of Castelvecchio loop, and the trail from Vicar’s Palace through the green area along the Pescia stream in Collodi. Additionally, the region features notable green spaces including the Storico Giardino Garzoni and Hesperidarium Giardino degli Agrumi, which are popular destinations for leisurely walks and exploring local flora.
✅ Pros
– Rich cultural and historical backdrop enhances daily life experience.
– Moderate climate offers enjoyable seasons for outdoor activities.
– Efficient transportation options connect to major cities and attractions.
– Affordable cost of living compared to larger Italian cities.
– Quality healthcare services available within the town and region.
– Clean air quality contributes to a healthy living environment.
– Low unemployment rate supports stable economic conditions.
– Opportunities for integration through local community events.
– Beautiful natural surroundings ideal for outdoor enthusiasts.
– Internet connectivity supports remote work and digital communication.
❌ Cons
– Limited healthcare facilities may require travel for specialized care.
– Infrastructure could use improvement for optimal daily commuting.
– Internet speeds may be slower than in larger cities.
– Economic opportunities can be limited in smaller local market.
– Some seasonal weather extremes may not appeal to all.
– Cultural activities may be fewer compared to larger cities.
– Local language barrier can complicate integration for some expats.
– Tourism presence may lead to overcrowding during peak seasons.
– Public services may have a slower response time than expected.
– Limited shopping options may require trips to nearby cities.
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