Elevation
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Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
3
Population
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This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
14700
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.
64700
Air Quality Rating
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Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
86
Region
Abruzzo
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 Low
Avg Download Speed (Mbps) / Avg Upload Speed (Mbps)
78
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Climate Description
Temperate climate with mild winters, warm summers, abundant sunshine, and moderate rain.
Pineto
Abruzzo
Coastal town with sandy beaches, pine-lined paths, a historic site, seafood cuisine, and limited healthcare.
Summary
Pineto, situated on Italy’s Adriatic coast in Abruzzo, offers a unique lifestyle for expats and retirees. The town is renowned for its scenic sandy beaches and the scenic coastal path lined with age-old pine trees, part of a sustainable initiative to enhance the natural landscape. Its proximity to the historic Torre del Cerrano adds a cultural touch, while local seafood restaurants highlight the area’s fishing heritage.
With an average of over 300 sunny days per year, outdoor activities are plentiful, from cycling along dedicated paths to enjoying a vibrant local market scene. However, healthcare services are noted as limited, which may be a consideration for those needing regular medical attention. Overall, Pineto presents an attractive option for expats seeking a tranquil coastal life in Italy, albeit with some practical challenges in terms of healthcare and transport.
✅ Pros
– Beautiful coastal scenery and sandy beaches for relaxation.
– Rich cultural and historical backdrop to explore and enjoy.
– Mild climate with warm summers and mild winters.
– Low unemployment rate, fostering economic stability and opportunities.
– Adequate healthcare facilities ensuring accessible medical services.
– Good air quality contributing to a healthier lifestyle.
– Integration opportunities with welcoming local community spirit.
– Sufficient transportation links for exploring nearby cities.
– Growing tourist presence enhancing local amenities and services.
– Internet connectivity supporting remote work and communication needs.
❌ Cons
– Limited healthcare quality may raise concerns for serious conditions.
– Public transportation options can be infrequent and unreliable.
– Lesser-known cultural attractions compared to major Italian cities.
– Limited shopping choices for modern or luxury items.
– Lack of vibrant nightlife may lead to a quieter lifestyle.
– Internet speeds may frustrate heavy users or remote workers.
– Seasonal tourist fluctuations can disrupt local peace and services.
– Job opportunities may be limited for specialized professions.
– Educational facilities may not meet all expectations for expatriates.
– Higher cost of living near the beach versus inland.
Pineto Demographics
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
14700
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.
64700
Births Per 100 Deaths
60.0
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.
18300
Income rank in Italy (2023)
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This is a ranking of the town's average income per resident, against the full list of townships in Italy.
5208 out of 7901
Infrastructure and Connectivity
Closest Airport
Name
Abruzzo Airport (Pescara)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
20min(s)
Abruzzo Airport, located about 4 kilometers from Pescara city centre and approximately 180 kilometers from Rome, is a medium-sized international gateway serving Abruzzo and neighbouring regions such as Molise and Marche. Handling over 700,000 passengers in 2022, the airport connects travellers to 18 destinations across 11 countries, with key routes including London Stansted, Milan, Bucharest, and Malta. Notably, it offers budget-friendly parking options and serves as a hub for low-cost carriers like Ryanair, facilitating both domestic and international travel.
2nd Closest Airport
Name
Raffaello Sanzio (Ancona)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
6
Driving Time
57min(s)
Raffaello Sanzio Airport, also known as Ancona International Airport, is located 12 km west of Ancona in Falconara Marittima, Italy. It caters to over 460,000 passengers annually, with routes primarily across Europe. Major destinations include Munich, London, Paris, and Barcelona, and it hosts airlines such as Ryanair, Lufthansa, and Volotea, offering both seasonal and year-round flights. This airport serves as a gateway to the Marche region, with a mix of business and leisure travel options, connecting internationally through hub airports like Munich.
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
87min(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 Pineto-Atri
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 Pineto-Atri includes several rail lines primarily operated by Trenitalia.nn- **Rail Lines**: It serves multiple regional lines connecting nearby cities and larger cities in Italy.n- **Key Destinations**: Direct train services are available to:
– Pescara Centrale (approximately 13 minutes)
– Roseto degli Abruzzi (approximately 5 minutes)
– Silvi (approximately 4 minutes)
– Ascoli Piceno (approximately 1 hour 13 minutes)
– Rome (approximately 3 hours 45 minutes)
– Bologna Centrale (approximately 3 hours 9 minutes)n- **Train Operators**: The primary operator is Trenitalia, providing the majority of the services.n- **Frequency of Departures**: Trains to Pescara Centrale and Roseto degli Abruzzi operate frequently, with around 30 trains per day for these destinations, while trains to Rome have around 14 departures per day.n- **Train Types**: The station accommodates only regional trains, with no high-speed services available.
2nd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Scerne di Pineto
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
6
Driving Time
7min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Scerne di Pineto includes the following details:
– **Rail Lines**: The station primarily serves the Adriatic coastal railway line.
– **Key Destinations**: Direct trains connect to key destinations such as Pescara, Teramo, and Ancona.
– **Train Operators**: The main operators at this station are Trenitalia, which offers regional services, and potentially Italo for some routes.
– **Frequency of Departures**: Trains depart approximately every 30 to 60 minutes on average throughout the day, depending on the direction and time.
– **Train Types**: The station serves primarily regional trains, with no high-speed trains operating from here, focusing on local services to surrounding cities.
3rd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Montesilvano
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
13min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Montesilvano is comprehensive, linking a variety of key destinations with frequent connections. The station primarily serves the following rail lines:
– **Rail Lines**: The main rail lines that stop here include services between Montesilvano and Pescara Centrale, Teramo, Ancona, Chieti, Roseto degli Abruzzi, and Rome.
– **Key Destinations**: Direct trains connect Montesilvano to notable destinations such as Pescara Centrale (5 minutes), Teramo (1 hour 3 minutes), Ancona (1 hour 28 minutes), Chieti (23 minutes), Roseto degli Abruzzi (15 minutes), and Rome (3 hours 35 minutes).
– **Train Operators**: The primary train operators at this station are Trenitalia and Italo.
– **Frequency of Departures**: The frequency of departures varies per destination, with approximately 28 trains per day to Pescara Centrale, 21 to Teramo and Ancona, 17 to Chieti, and 29 to Roseto degli Abruzzi. Services to Rome have around 13 daily connections.
– **Type of Services**: Stazione di Montesilvano features a mix of regional and high-speed trains, catering to both local and long-distance travel needs.
Infrastructure & Amenities
Within 10km
Auto Repair Shops
68
Bars
77
Cafes
67
Cinemas
3
Dentists
32
Golf Courses
0
Gyms
25
Health Clinics
21
Hiking Trails
25
Historical Sites
153
Libraries
5
Museums
43
Parks
18
Pharmacies
22
Restaurants
243
Shopping Centres
58
Supermarkets
92
Spas
108
Beach
Name
Zona Antistante Foce F. Calvano
Driving Distance
5mins
Water Quality Rating
1 - Excellent
Mountain Resort
Name
Gran Sasso - Campo Imperatore
Driving Distance
45mins
Healthcare
Healthcare Score
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Evaluates hospital/clinic access, drive time to care, and regional quality rankings. Higher scores mean better healthcare.
41
Nearest Hospital Name
Ospedale Civile San Liberatore
Drive Time to Nearest Hospital
11 minutes
Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km
7
Local Public Healthcare Provider
TERAMO
Healthcare Quality Description
In this area of Abruzzo, healthcare services indicate mixed performance. Local hospital care quality appears notably low, suggesting potential concerns for residents. Timely treatment of bone fractures and breast cancer surgery with minimally invasive techniques demonstrate relative strengths. However, efficiency in terms of short post-operative stays and heart attack readmissions presents challenges. Emergency cardiac procedures within recommended timeframes show reasonable adequacy, while outcomes of heart failure treatments are highly commendable. Prospective residents should consider these varied performance aspects when evaluating healthcare suitability in this 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
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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.
48
Percentage of Population at Landslide Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate landslide risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
5
Percentage of Population at Flood Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate flood risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
111
Car Insurance Price Index
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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.
96.176
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 Low
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
1299
Median
1654
Third Quartile
2292
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 10%
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.
Bottom 30%
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.
Low (11th-20th percentile)
Sunshine
Very High (81st-90th percentile)
Snowfall
Below Average (31st-40th percentile)
Climate Description
Pineto, Italy, enjoys a temperate climate that promises comfort throughout the year. With moderate precipitation, the weather here typically ranges between mild winters and warm summers. This coastal town benefits from abundant sunshine, ensuring that both expats and retirees can relish plenty of sunlit days. The occasional snowfall adds a brief touch of seasonal charm without causing major disruptions. Overall, Pineto maintains an average temperature that supports outdoor pursuits and leisure activities across all seasons, making it an ideal locale for those looking to enjoy a stable and pleasant climate in their new home abroad.
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
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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
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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
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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 Pineto, Italy, the air quality is generally conducive to a comfortable lifestyle, essential for those considering relocation or retirement. The particulate matter (PM10) levels are commendably low, falling into the ‘Good’ category, suggesting limited exposure to dust and soot. While PM2.5, which comprises finer particles capable of penetrating the lungs, is slightly higher and rated as ‘Fair,’ it remains within acceptable bounds for health. Nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide, often indicators of vehicular and industrial activity, are notably low here, enhancing the region’s appeal to those seeking cleaner air environments. Ozone levels warrant attention but are typical for semi-urban areas.
In Pineto, Italy, the air quality is generally conducive to a comfortable lifestyle, essential for those considering relocation or retirement. The particulate matter (PM10) levels are commendably low, falling into the ‘Good’ category, suggesting limited exposure to dust and soot. While PM2.5, which comprises finer particles capable of penetrating the lungs, is slightly higher and rated as ‘Fair,’ it remains within acceptable bounds for health. Nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide, often indicators of vehicular and industrial activity, are notably low here, enhancing the region’s appeal to those seeking cleaner air environments. Ozone levels warrant attention but are typical for semi-urban areas.
Town Descriptions
Getting There
Pineto is well-connected, situated near the A14 motorway, facilitating travel along the Adriatic coast. Abruzzo Airport in Pescara is a 20-minute drive, while Raffaello Sanzio Airport in Ancona is also accessible. The town has two train stations nearby, enhancing rail connectivity with reasonable infrastructure ratings.
Getting Around
Local Cuisine
Pineto, located in the Abruzzo region of Italy, showcases a rich culinary scene characterized by its traditional dishes and the diversity of its dining options. Key local specialties include ‘Sagne e Ceci’, a pasta dish with chickpeas, ‘Spaghetti alla Chitarra’, an iconic pasta often served with meat or tomato sauce, and ‘Arrosticini’, skewered lamb meat. Other noteworthy items include ‘Ragù Cinghiale’ (wild boar stew), ‘Ravioli con Funghi e Tartufo’ (ravioli with mushrooms and truffles), and various seafood dishes like ‘Fritto Misto’. While Pineto features a mix of authentic Italian eateries and international culinary influences, it does not specifically mention any Michelin-starred restaurants within the town itself. However, it is in proximity to several Michelin-starred establishments, like the renowned ‘Reale’, which holds three Michelin stars located in Castel di Sangro, and ‘Villa Maiella’, ‘La Bandiera’, and ‘D.One’, each awarded one star and noted for their focus on quality and sustainability. Overall, Pineto’s dining scene reflects a commitment to traditional cooking methods while embracing modern culinary trends.
Shopping Overview
The area offers diverse shopping options, including numerous shopping centres and boutiques. Large retail venues such as shopping malls provide a wide range of services, from groceries to fashion. Expats can find specialty shops that cater to various tastes and needs, alongside traditional markets for local products. The proximity to well-known shopping locations serves to enhance the convenience for retirees seeking a vibrant shopping experience.
Neighborhoods
Green Areas and Parks
Pineto, located in Abruzzo, Italy, offers several green areas and outdoor activities that appeal to expats and retirees. The Area Marina Protetta Torre del Cerrano is renowned for its nature and wildlife. Parco Della Pace and Parco Filiani provide park experiences within the town. Additionally, Parco Geologico Cenerone offers geological insights. For hiking enthusiasts, the region hosts trails such as those found near the Riserva Calanchi di Atri, which cater to varying levels of experience and provide opportunities for bird watching and nature exploration.
✅ Pros
– Beautiful coastal scenery and sandy beaches for relaxation.
– Rich cultural and historical backdrop to explore and enjoy.
– Mild climate with warm summers and mild winters.
– Low unemployment rate, fostering economic stability and opportunities.
– Adequate healthcare facilities ensuring accessible medical services.
– Good air quality contributing to a healthier lifestyle.
– Integration opportunities with welcoming local community spirit.
– Sufficient transportation links for exploring nearby cities.
– Growing tourist presence enhancing local amenities and services.
– Internet connectivity supporting remote work and communication needs.
❌ Cons
– Limited healthcare quality may raise concerns for serious conditions.
– Public transportation options can be infrequent and unreliable.
– Lesser-known cultural attractions compared to major Italian cities.
– Limited shopping choices for modern or luxury items.
– Lack of vibrant nightlife may lead to a quieter lifestyle.
– Internet speeds may frustrate heavy users or remote workers.
– Seasonal tourist fluctuations can disrupt local peace and services.
– Job opportunities may be limited for specialized professions.
– Educational facilities may not meet all expectations for expatriates.
– Higher cost of living near the beach versus inland.
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