Elevation
[?]
Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
148
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
12700
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.
272800
Air Quality Rating
[?]
Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
88
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)
63
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Climate Description
Mild winters, warm summers, year-round rain; occasional snow melts quickly. Refreshing breezes.
Pollena Trocchia
Campania
Located near Naples, this comune offers historical sites, walkability, and a tranquil atmosphere.
Summary
Pollena Trocchia is a charming comune nestled in the Metropolitan City of Naples, within the Campania region. Located about 11 kilometers east of Naples, this town offers proximity to urban amenities while maintaining a tranquil atmosphere ideal for expats and retirees seeking a more relaxed lifestyle. The area is steeped in history, having originated from two villages with Samnite-Etruscan roots. Highlights include ancient ruins, such as the Roman baths at Masseria De Carolis, which echo its rich archaeological past shaped by the nearby Mount Vesuvius.
Culturally, Pollena Trocchia showcases traditions that reflect its storied history, though details on local industries remain sparse. With a walkable environment and relatively good air quality, it presents a pleasant living experience. However, healthcare access could be improved, and the nearest beach is approximately ten kilometers away, noted for its less-than-ideal water quality. Potential residents should weigh these aspects when considering relocation to this serene locale.
✅ Pros
– Pleasant Mediterranean climate year-round for outdoor activities.
– Rich cultural and historical backdrop to explore and enjoy.
– Integration opportunities with welcoming local community and expats.
– Quality healthcare services available within a short distance.
– Good air quality enhances overall living conditions.
– Adequate infrastructure supports transportation and daily needs.
– Limited tourist presence ensures a peaceful living environment.
– Reasonable cost of living in comparison to major cities.
– Access to public transportation for easy regional travel.
– Local markets and shops foster a vibrant community atmosphere.
❌ Cons
– Healthcare quality rated below national average, could be concerning.
– Limited job opportunities may affect financial stability for expats.
– Public transportation options can be infrequent and unreliable.
– Internet speeds may not meet demands for remote work.
– Economic rank indicates potential challenges in local development.
– Limited educational facilities for those with school-age children.
– Some areas may have outdated infrastructure, causing inconveniences.
– Language barrier can complicate daily interactions for newcomers.
– Fewer entertainment options than larger cities may feel isolating.
– Cultural events may be less frequent compared to tourist hotspots.
Pollena Trocchia Demographics
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
12700
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.
272800
Births Per 100 Deaths
110.0
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.
19500
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.
4543 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
17min(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
45min(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
93min(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 Guindazzi
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
2min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Guindazzi offers the following:
– **Rail Lines**: Primarily served by regional trains that connect to various destinations.
– **Key Destinations**: Direct trains facilitate connections to major locations including Napoli Centrale and Ercolano.
– **Train Operators**: Services are provided mainly by Trenitalia, with potential connections offered by other regional operators.
– **Frequency of Departures**: Trains depart approximately every hour, ensuring regular service throughout the day.
– **Train Types**: The station primarily handles regional trains, with no high-speed services currently available at this location.
2nd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Pollena
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
4
Driving Time
4min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Pollena offers several key features:
– **Rail Lines**: The L6 line, which connects Pollena Trocchia to the broader regional network.
– **Key Destinations**: Direct trains provide connections to Naples, particularly from Napoli Centrale and Napoli Porta Nolana.
– **Train Operators**: The primary operator for services at this station is Trenitalia.
– **Frequency of Departures**: Trains typically depart every 30 minutes, providing a consistent service throughout the day.
– **Types of Trains**: The station primarily services regional trains, with no high-speed services stopping there.
3rd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Madonna dell'Arco
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 Madonna dell’Arco offers a range of services primarily operated by Trenitalia. The main rail line that stops here is the Circumvesuviana line, connecting to several key destinations. Direct train services connect Madonna dell’Arco to Naples, where connections to broader national and international services can be made. Departures from the station are generally hourly, providing a consistent service throughout the day. The station primarily offers regional train services, with no high-speed trains operating directly from this location.
Infrastructure & Amenities
Within 10km
Auto Repair Shops
366
Bars
450
Cafes
198
Cinemas
86
Dentists
235
Golf Courses
0
Gyms
145
Health Clinics
203
Hiking Trails
151
Historical Sites
995
Libraries
25
Museums
144
Parks
114
Pharmacies
149
Restaurants
748
Shopping Centres
316
Supermarkets
572
Spas
498
Beach
Name
Pietrarsa
Driving Distance
20mins
Water Quality Rating
4 - Poor
Mountain Resort
Name
Prati di Mezzo - Picinisco
Driving Distance
105mins
Healthcare
Healthcare Score
[?]
Evaluates hospital/clinic access, drive time to care, and regional quality rankings. Higher scores mean better healthcare.
46
Nearest Hospital Name
Raffaele Apicella
Drive Time to Nearest Hospital
5 minutes
Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km
261
Local Public Healthcare Provider
A.S.L. NAPOLI 3 SUD
Healthcare Quality Description
In this area of Campania, healthcare services reflect variability in quality and efficiency. Emergency responsiveness to heart attacks and heart failure readmissions perform notably below national standards. Treatment for bone fractures within a timely manner and hospital stay durations show moderate efficiency. Conversely, services in minimally invasive breast cancer surgeries are considered above average, aligning well with broader Italian performance metrics. Residents may experience inconsistent hospital care, with particular strengths in some areas of specialty care but challenges in emergency and immediate acute care. Potential residents should weigh this variability when considering healthcare needs.
Safety
Seismic Zone (risk of earthquakes)
[?]
Official seismic zones classify areas based on earthquake risk.
Moderate 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.
5
Percentage of Population at Landslide Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate landslide risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
19
Percentage of Population at Flood Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate flood risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
55
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.
150.17
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
427
Median
501
Third Quartile
576
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 10%
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.
Above Average (51st-60th percentile)
Sunshine
Very High (81st-90th percentile)
Snowfall
Very Low (Bottom 10%)
Climate Description
Pollena Trocchia presents a climate where mild winters blend seamlessly into warm, sunny summers. Rains are well-distributed throughout the year, keeping the landscape lush, which benefits anyone interested in gardening or local flora. The gentle warmth of the summer is tempered by refreshing breezes, making outdoor activities pleasant. Rare snowfall adds an occasional whimsical touch to the winter landscape, usually melting quickly under the soft winter sunlight. Overall, the weather in Pollena Trocchia strikes a fine balance across seasons, making it an attractive destination for retirees and expats seeking a stable and inviting climate.
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.
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.
88
Air Quality Description
Pollena Trocchia presents an air quality profile that aligns comfortably with the expectations of those accustomed to temperate urban living. The small particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10) holds at levels tagged as fair, indicating a moderate presence that should prompt only occasional concern among residents about airborne irritants. Meanwhile, nitrogen and sulphur dioxide levels are notably lower, classified as good and suggesting limited industrial impact on the air’s purity. Ozone levels, marked as fair, point to typical urban concentrations without veering into the problematic. Overall, the air in Pollena Trocchia sustains a balance suited for everyday activities without significant environmental compromise.
Pollena Trocchia presents an air quality profile that aligns comfortably with the expectations of those accustomed to temperate urban living. The small particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10) holds at levels tagged as fair, indicating a moderate presence that should prompt only occasional concern among residents about airborne irritants. Meanwhile, nitrogen and sulphur dioxide levels are notably lower, classified as good and suggesting limited industrial impact on the air’s purity. Ozone levels, marked as fair, point to typical urban concentrations without veering into the problematic. Overall, the air in Pollena Trocchia sustains a balance suited for everyday activities without significant environmental compromise.
Town Descriptions
Getting There
Pollena Trocchia is well-connected, with its proximity to the main Naples-Salerno road facilitating easy access to surrounding areas. The town benefits from nearby train stations, enhancing regional mobility. Capodichino Airport is approximately 17 minutes away, while Salerno Costa d’Amalfi Airport is also accessible.
Getting Around
Local Cuisine
Pollena Trocchia, located in the Campania region of Italy, boasts a rich culinary scene marked by traditional dishes such as Spaghetti alle Vongole, Mozzarella di Bufala, and Neapolitan pizza. The town reflects the broader gastronomic heritage of Campania, where local ingredients and simple yet flavorful cooking methods take center stage. While dining options are predominantly Italian, the town also offers a range of international cuisines, including sushi and French patisserie. Restaurants range from casual pizzerias to more upscale dining experiences, although no Michelin-starred restaurants are listed directly within Pollena Trocchia. However, gourmet dining options are available in the nearby Naples area, where several Michelin-starred establishments can be found. Overall, the culinary landscape of Pollena Trocchia encapsulates both local flavors and international influences, catering to a variety of palates.
Shopping Overview
Shopping in the area is characterised by a mix of supermarkets, local boutiques, and larger shopping centres. Supermarkets cater to everyday groceries while specialised shops offer local products. Larger malls provide a comprehensive shopping experience, featuring a variety of popular brands, entertainment facilities, and dining options. These centres are family-friendly, often including play areas and cinemas. The local environment supports both traditional and modern retail formats, making it convenient for diverse shopping needs.
Neighborhoods
Green Areas and Parks
Pollena Trocchia, in the Campania region, offers a range of outdoor activities that capitalize on its proximity to Mount Vesuvius. The area is known for its hiking trails, such as those leading to the Vesuvius National Park and the Conetti Vulcanici del Carcavone. Trails vary in difficulty and provide opportunities for both casual walkers and seasoned hikers. Additionally, the region supports activities like horseback riding, particularly within the scenic expanses of Vesuvius Park. These outdoor pursuits highlight the geological and natural features of the area, attracting enthusiasts of various disciplines.
✅ Pros
– Pleasant Mediterranean climate year-round for outdoor activities.
– Rich cultural and historical backdrop to explore and enjoy.
– Integration opportunities with welcoming local community and expats.
– Quality healthcare services available within a short distance.
– Good air quality enhances overall living conditions.
– Adequate infrastructure supports transportation and daily needs.
– Limited tourist presence ensures a peaceful living environment.
– Reasonable cost of living in comparison to major cities.
– Access to public transportation for easy regional travel.
– Local markets and shops foster a vibrant community atmosphere.
❌ Cons
– Healthcare quality rated below national average, could be concerning.
– Limited job opportunities may affect financial stability for expats.
– Public transportation options can be infrequent and unreliable.
– Internet speeds may not meet demands for remote work.
– Economic rank indicates potential challenges in local development.
– Limited educational facilities for those with school-age children.
– Some areas may have outdated infrastructure, causing inconveniences.
– Language barrier can complicate daily interactions for newcomers.
– Fewer entertainment options than larger cities may feel isolating.
– Cultural events may be less frequent compared to tourist hotspots.
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