Elevation
[?]
Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
168
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
10100
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.
33200
Air Quality Rating
[?]
Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
80
Region
Campania
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)
61
/ 14
Climate Description
Temperate climate, distinct seasons, moderate rainfall, ample sunshine, mild summers, chilly winters.
Piedimonte Matese
Campania
Italian town in Campania, known for history, cuisine, community, and scenic mountain location.
Summary
Piedimonte Matese, located in the heart of Campania, offers a unique blend of Italian culture and natural beauty, appealing particularly to expatriates and retirees seeking a tranquil lifestyle. Nestled amidst the scenic Matese mountains, this town features notable attractions such as the Palazzo Ducale d’Aragona, a reflection of its rich historical heritage, and the Santuario di Santa Maria Occorrente, both offering insights into local traditions and architecture. The culinary scene is vibrant, with local restaurants specializing in Campanian dishes, making it an excellent spot for food enthusiasts.
Despite its charms, the town can present challenges, such as limited access to major urban amenities and the nearest beach being a considerable distance away. While healthcare quality is moderate, the town compensates with a strong sense of community and lower cost of living. With good air quality and a walkable environment, Piedimonte Matese remains a desirable location for those embracing the Italian lifestyle away from bustling cities.
✅ Pros
– Quality healthcare services available in the region.
– Pleasant Mediterranean climate year-round.
– Rich cultural and historical heritage to explore.
– Low tourist presence offers peaceful living environment.
– Integration opportunities with friendly local community.
– Decent transportation options for regional accessibility.
– Air quality is generally good for outdoor activities.
– Affordable cost of living compared to larger cities.
– Sufficient educational facilities for families and expats.
– Stable local economy with low unemployment rate.
❌ Cons
– Healthcare services may not always be easily accessible.
– Limited nightlife and entertainment options for social activities.
– Internet speed might frustrate heavy online users occasionally.
– Infrastructure could use some upgrades or modernizations.
– Public transport can be infrequent during off-peak hours.
– Limited shopping options could test your patience.
– Language barrier might impede smoother integration for some.
– Rural location may feel isolating for some expats.
– Weather may be too hot in summer for some.
– Cultural activities might not match larger cities’ vibrancy.
Piedimonte Matese Demographics
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
10100
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.
33200
Births Per 100 Deaths
30.0
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.
19000
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.
4814 out of 7901
Infrastructure and Connectivity
Closest Airport
Name
Capodichino (Naples)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
9
Driving Time
53min(s)
Capodichino Airport, officially known as Naples International Airport, is located in Capodichino, Naples, Campania, Italy, approximately 5.9 km north-northeast of Naples city centre. It is the largest airport in Southern Italy, handling over 12 million passengers annually, and serves as a base for airlines such as easyJet, Ryanair, Volotea, and Wizz Air. The airport offers connections to major domestic destinations like Milan and Turin, as well as international routes to cities including Barcelona, London, Munich, Frankfurt, and New York City, making it a key hub for travellers in the Mediterranean region.
2nd Closest Airport
Name
Salerno Costa d'Amalfi (Salerno)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
4
Driving Time
78min(s)
Salerno Costa d’Amalfi Airport is situated in Pontecagnano Faiano, Italy, and lies 20 kilometres from Salerno and 44 kilometres from the Amalfi Coast, closer than Naples. The airport, with a current runway of 2,000 meters, is gradually resuming services and targets full operations by 2026-2027. It offers seasonal flights to destinations like London, Milan, and resorts in North Africa and Greece, served by airlines including easyJet and British Airways, indicating a focus on leisure travel.
3rd Closest Airport
Name
Ciampino (Rome)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
4
Driving Time
86min(s)
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA) is located 12 km southeast of central Rome, close to the Greater Ring Road. It functions primarily as a base for budget airlines like Ryanair and Wizz Air, offering connections to key European destinations such as London–Stansted, Budapest, and Bucharest. As a secondary airport to Fiumicino, it serves nearly 6 million passengers annually, providing a convenient alternative with its focus on low-cost carriers.
Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Alife
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 Alife includes various regional train services operated primarily by Trenitalia. Key rail lines stopping here connect to destinations such as Caserta and Bella Montalto. Trains to these destinations typically operate on an hourly basis, with frequent services available throughout the day, especially during peak hours. The station does not feature high-speed train services, focusing instead on regional routes. This makes Alife a convenient stop for local travel within the Campania region.
2nd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Vairano-Caianello
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
37min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Vairano-Caianello includes several key features:
– **Rail Lines:** Trenitalia services are the primary operator, with a mix of regional and intercity trains.
– **Key Destinations:** Direct train connections are available to major destinations, including:
– Napoli Centrale (1h 8m, up to 24 departures daily)
– Caserta (30m, 22 departures daily)
– Rome (1h 40m, 29 departures daily)
– Venafro (18m, 13 departures daily)
– Cassino (18m, 17 departures daily)
– Capua (20m, 17 departures daily)
– **Train Operators:** The main train operators are Trenitalia and Italo, providing diverse options for travellers.
– **Frequency of Departures:** Services to key destinations can range from 13 to 29 departures each day, offering a relatively high frequency, particularly to Napoli and Rome.
– **Types of Trains:** The station services both regional and intercity trains, although it does not appear to have high-speed train services directly stopping at this station.
3rd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Caiazzo
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
4
Driving Time
38min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Caiazzo, England:
– Rail lines: The station is served mainly by regional lines.
– Key destinations connected by direct trains:
– Caserta: 34 minutes, 4 departures daily
– Naples: 1 hour 12 minutes, 4 departures daily
– Villa Literno: 1 hour 25 minutes, 4 departures daily
– Train operators: The main operators for services from Caiazzo are Trenitalia and Italo.
– Frequency of departures: There are 4 trains per day to Caserta, Naples and Villa Literno.
– Types of trains: The station provides regional services only and does not have high-speed train connections.
Infrastructure & Amenities
Within 10km
Auto Repair Shops
54
Bars
48
Cafes
16
Cinemas
2
Dentists
7
Golf Courses
0
Gyms
6
Health Clinics
9
Hiking Trails
41
Historical Sites
99
Libraries
0
Museums
9
Parks
9
Pharmacies
4
Restaurants
0
Shopping Centres
63
Supermarkets
12
Spas
1
Beach
Name
Sud Fiume Savone
Driving Distance
74mins
Water Quality Rating
2 - Good
Mountain Resort
Name
Campitello Matese
Driving Distance
48mins
Healthcare
Healthcare Score
[?]
Evaluates hospital/clinic access, drive time to care, and regional quality rankings. Higher scores mean better healthcare.
58
Nearest Hospital Name
Ospedale Civile-P. Socc.
Drive Time to Nearest Hospital
3 minutes
Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km
2
Local Public Healthcare Provider
A.S.L. CASERTA
Healthcare Quality Description
In this area of Campania, the local health authority demonstrates a moderate level of healthcare quality compared to national benchmarks. Hospital care lags behind, posing some challenges. However, there is a high proficiency in minimally invasive breast cancer surgeries and prompt attention to bone fractures. Efficiency in addressing heart failure readmissions is notable, though timely treatment following certain cardiac events requires improvement. Post-operative recovery periods are generally reasonable. Overall, healthcare services in this region offer a mixed quality of care, excelling in specific areas while needing enhancement in others to meet diverse health needs.
Safety
Seismic Zone (risk of earthquakes)
[?]
Official seismic zones classify areas based on earthquake risk.
High 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.
25
Percentage of Population at Landslide Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate landslide risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
31
Percentage of Population at Flood Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate flood risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
24
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.
135.996
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
608
Median
776
Third Quartile
943
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 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 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.
High (71st-80th percentile)
Sunshine
Somewhat High (61st-70th percentile)
Snowfall
Low (11th-20th percentile)
Climate Description
In Piedimonte Matese, residents experience a temperate climate with distinct seasonal differences. Winters bring minor snowfall and chilly nights, maintaining a crisp atmosphere conducive for leisurely evening walks. Come summer, the town enjoys an amiable warmth, rarely oppressive, which allows for comfortable exploration of the local landscapes and historical sites. The region is blessed with ample sunshine throughout the year, ensuring that daylight can be effectively utilized whether for professional endeavours or leisure activities. Rainfall is moderate and well-distributed across the months, preserving the natural lushness of the area without causing significant disruptions to daily life.
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.
80
Air Quality Description
In Piedimonte Matese, the air tends to reflect a quality conducive to both expatriates and retirees seeking a healthier lifestyle. The atmosphere is predominantly characterized by satisfactory levels of particulate matter (PM10 and PM2.5) that falls within a reasonable range. Nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide are notably low, enhancing the town’s appeal for those sensitive to urban pollutants. Ozone levels, while slightly varied, still contribute positively to the overall breathable environment. Residents can expect a commendable balance in air purity, supportive of outdoor activities and an elevated quality of life in this serene Italian locale.
In Piedimonte Matese, the air tends to reflect a quality conducive to both expatriates and retirees seeking a healthier lifestyle. The atmosphere is predominantly characterized by satisfactory levels of particulate matter (PM10 and PM2.5) that falls within a reasonable range. Nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide are notably low, enhancing the town’s appeal for those sensitive to urban pollutants. Ozone levels, while slightly varied, still contribute positively to the overall breathable environment. Residents can expect a commendable balance in air purity, supportive of outdoor activities and an elevated quality of life in this serene Italian locale.
Town Descriptions
Getting There
Piedimonte Matese is accessible via major roads connecting to the A1 motorway, facilitating travel to Naples and Rome. The nearest airports are Capodichino in Naples and Salerno Costa d’Amalfi. Train connections from nearby stations enhance transport options, although local infrastructure is moderately rated.
Getting Around
Local Cuisine
Piedimonte Matese, situated in the Campania region, boasts a culinary scene that reflects traditional Italian influences, along with a handful of international cuisines. Local specialties include fresh pasta, hearty meat dishes often utilizing local truffles, and seasonal vegetables. The dining options vary widely, featuring Italian pizzerias and eateries that serve regional delicacies, as well as international cuisines such as Japanese and Middle Eastern. Notably, there are no Michelin-starred establishments exclusively within Piedimonte Matese, though nearby areas may host such venues. The town showcases a blend of rustic, family-run eateries and more contemporary dining styles, catering to both local tastes and tourists.
Shopping Overview
The region features diverse shopping options, including supermarkets, boutiques, and small specialty stores. Notable entities include a well-known shopping mall that houses various retail options. Local markets are prevalent, offering fresh produce and artisanal goods. Additionally, gift and specialty shops cater to unique tastes, enhancing the shopping experience for residents and visitors alike.
Neighborhoods
Green Areas and Parks
Piedimonte Matese, in the Campania region, offers prominent outdoor activities within the Parco Regionale del Matese. Known for its extensive trails, Monte Mutria’s loop tour is a highlight. Another featured path is the Castello del Maltese’s ring tour, offering a glimpse of local heritage within the park’s boundaries. The Bocca della Selva provides another loop trail, suitable for diverse skill levels. These green landscapes are enhanced by panoramic views, accessible through various forest trails. This area is thus conducive to hiking and exploring nature throughout the year.
✅ Pros
– Quality healthcare services available in the region.
– Pleasant Mediterranean climate year-round.
– Rich cultural and historical heritage to explore.
– Low tourist presence offers peaceful living environment.
– Integration opportunities with friendly local community.
– Decent transportation options for regional accessibility.
– Air quality is generally good for outdoor activities.
– Affordable cost of living compared to larger cities.
– Sufficient educational facilities for families and expats.
– Stable local economy with low unemployment rate.
❌ Cons
– Healthcare services may not always be easily accessible.
– Limited nightlife and entertainment options for social activities.
– Internet speed might frustrate heavy online users occasionally.
– Infrastructure could use some upgrades or modernizations.
– Public transport can be infrequent during off-peak hours.
– Limited shopping options could test your patience.
– Language barrier might impede smoother integration for some.
– Rural location may feel isolating for some expats.
– Weather may be too hot in summer for some.
– Cultural activities might not match larger cities’ vibrancy.
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