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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.
30
Population
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This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
52100
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.
122600
Air Quality Rating
[?]
Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
92
Region
Friuli-Venezia Giulia
Walkability
Walker’s Paradise
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.
High
Avg Download Speed (Mbps) / Avg Upload Speed (Mbps)
160
/ 80
Climate Description
Temperate climate with warm summers, mild winters, and balanced precipitation year-round.
Pordenone
Friuli-Venezia Giulia
Historical town with vibrant culture, walkability, and a focus on manufacturing and services.
Summary
Pordenone, located in the picturesque region of Friuli-Venezia Giulia, offers a small-town charm with the convenience of urban amenities, making it ideal for expats and retirees. The town’s well-preserved historical centre features stunning architecture, including the Gothic-style Church of San Giorgio and the striking Palazzo Ricchieri, housing the local art museum. Pordenone is known for its vibrant cultural scene, hosting various festivals throughout the year that celebrate local traditions and arts.
With excellent walkability and a robust local economy centered around manufacturing and services, residents benefit from a high quality of life. However, while the town boasts good healthcare services, some may find the internet infrastructure a bit slower than in larger cities. Its proximity to the charming beaches along the Adriatic coast provides a refreshing escape, although accessing them requires a short drive. Overall, Pordenone blends historical allure with a practical lifestyle, making it a compelling choice for foreign residents.
✅ Pros
– High-quality healthcare services available for residents and expats.
– Excellent air quality promotes a healthy living environment.
– Low unemployment rate supports economic stability and opportunities.
– Well-connected transportation network facilitates easy travel throughout Italy.
– Rich cultural and historical heritage offers diverse experiences.
– Opportunities for community integration and local engagement abound.
– Moderate climate allows for outdoor activities year-round.
– Affordable cost of living compared to larger Italian cities.
– Strong educational facilities cater to various learning needs.
– Reliable internet connectivity supports remote work and communication.
❌ Cons
– Limited nightlife options for those seeking vibrant entertainment scenes.
– Some may find local cuisine too traditional or repetitive.
– Smaller expat community compared to larger Italian cities.
– Weather can be humid, especially in summer months.
– Fewer international schools available for diverse educational needs.
– Public transport may be less frequent in rural areas.
– Limited shopping options compared to metropolitan locations.
– Cultural events might not cater to all tastes and preferences.
– Language barrier could complicate daily interactions for non-Italian speakers.
– Some areas may feel less cosmopolitan than major Italian cities.
Pordenone Demographics
Population
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This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
52100
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.
122600
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.
25500
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.
296 out of 7901
Infrastructure and Connectivity
Closest Airport
Name
Antonio Canova (Treviso)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
36min(s)
Antonio Canova (Treviso) Airport is located about 3 km from Treviso and 31 km from Venice, serving as an accessible alternative to Venice Marco Polo Airport. With over 3 million passengers annually, it caters primarily to European destinations, being a focus city for low-cost carrier Ryanair which offers direct flights to cities such as Alicante, Berlin, and Budapest. This airport is recognized for its budget-friendly connections within Europe, mainly serving leisure travellers heading to or from the Veneto region, including popular routes to Southern Europe and Eastern Europe.
2nd Closest Airport
Name
Marco Polo (Venice)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
8
Driving Time
38min(s)
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) is situated in Tessera, part of the Venice municipality, approximately 7.6 kilometres from Mestre and Venice. The airport is a focus city for airlines like Ryanair and easyJet, with scheduled flights to 90 destinations in 35 countries, including key European cities as well as seasonal routes to the US, Canada, Korea, and the Middle East. Renowned for its water transport links, the airport provides straightforward access to Venice, enhancing connectivity for both leisure and business travellers.
3rd Closest Airport
Name
Friuli Venezia Giulia (Trieste)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
43min(s)
Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport, also known as Trieste Airport, is located near Ronchi dei Legionari, Italy, serving the Trieste region in north-eastern Italy. It has seen substantial growth in passenger numbers, with key routes to major European cities like Frankfurt, Milan, Rome, and Barcelona, and serves as a hub for Ryanair. Notable for its intermodal transit hub, the airport offers convenient railway and road connections, enhancing accessibility and making it a vital gateway for international and domestic travellers.
Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Pordenone
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
8
Driving Time
3min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Pordenone includes the following features:
– **Rail Lines**: The station is part of the Venice–Udine railway line.
– **Key Destinations**: It is connected by direct trains to various destinations including Udine, Venezia Santa Lucia, Sacile, Trieste Centrale, Casarsa, Munich, and Vienna.
– **Train Operators**: The primary operator is Trenitalia, with services also provided by other companies like Railjet for international routes.
– **Frequency of Departures**: While specific timetables are not detailed, the station experiences heavy passenger traffic throughout the day.
– **Types of Trains**: The services at the station include high-speed trains (such as Frecciarossa and Railjet), night trains (Nighjet, EuroNight, Intercity Notte), as well as regional trains (Regionale Veloce and Treno regionale).
2nd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Fontanafredda
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 Fontanafredda includes the following:
– **Rail Lines**: The station is served primarily by regional rail services operated by Trenitalia.
– **Key Destinations**: Direct trains connect Fontanafredda to key destinations such as Pordenone (5 minutes), Venice (1 hour 3 minutes), Venezia Mestre (1 hour 3 minutes), Milan Central Station (3 hours 32 minutes), and Sacile (6 minutes).
– **Train Operators**: The main operator is Trenitalia, focusing on regional services.
– **Frequency of Departures**: There are multiple services throughout the day, with 16 trains to Pordenone, 23 to Venice, 20 to Venezia Mestre, 28 to Milan, and 17 to Sacile.
– **Type of Services**: The station primarily offers regional trains, with high-speed services not available at this station.
3rd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Cusano
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 Cusano operates three rail lines: S2, S4, and S12, which are part of the Milan suburban railway network. Key destinations connected by direct trains include central Milan and other suburban areas. The primary train operator is Trenord, which offers frequent departures, typically every 30 minutes to hourly. The services include a mix of regional trains and suburban services, without high-speed train offerings.
Infrastructure & Amenities
Within 10km
Auto Repair Shops
100
Bars
5
Cafes
3
Cinemas
7
Dentists
2
Golf Courses
1
Gyms
5
Health Clinics
19
Hiking Trails
17
Historical Sites
69
Libraries
7
Museums
120
Parks
33
Pharmacies
13
Restaurants
171
Shopping Centres
137
Supermarkets
132
Spas
88
Beach
Name
Area Verde Comunale
Driving Distance
40mins
Water Quality Rating
1 - Excellent
Mountain Resort
Name
Piancavallo
Driving Distance
44mins
Healthcare
Healthcare Score
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Evaluates hospital/clinic access, drive time to care, and regional quality rankings. Higher scores mean better healthcare.
42
Nearest Hospital Name
S. Maria degli Angeli-P. Socco
Drive Time to Nearest Hospital
5 minutes
Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km
69
Local Public Healthcare Provider
AS FRIULI OCCIDENTALE
Healthcare Quality Description
In this area of Friuli Venezia Giulia, healthcare efficiency is mixed. Overall healthcare services are below the national average. Hospital care is somewhat stronger, revealing moderate performance. Notably, post-heart attack readmissions are generally managed well, and breast cancer procedures often benefit from minimally invasive techniques. However, the management of bone fractures and acute myocardial infarction care shows moderate efficiency. Postoperative hospital stays are notably extended, and readmissions following heart failure are relatively frequent, indicating room for improvement. Consider these factors when evaluating healthcare quality in the region.
Safety
Seismic Zone (risk of earthquakes)
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Official seismic zones classify areas based on earthquake risk.
Moderate 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.
8
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.
22
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.
94.151
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.
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
1099
Median
1509
Third Quartile
2524
Connectivity & Digital Access
Walkability Description
Walker's Paradise
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.
Top 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.
High (71st-80th percentile)
Sunshine
Somewhat High (61st-70th percentile)
Snowfall
Somewhat Low (21st-30th percentile)
Climate Description
Pordenone, Italy, enjoys a temperate climate, marked by moderately warm summers and mild winters. The region's overall weather pattern ensures ample sunshine throughout the year, creating an inviting atmosphere for both expats and retirees. Winters typically bring only light snowfall, enhancing the town’s scenic beauty without causing significant disruptions. The transition of seasons is smooth, with no extreme temperature shifts, making it comfortable for residents year-round. Pordenone's balanced precipitation supports lush landscapes and greenery, contributing to the serene environment ideal for those seeking a tranquil setting in their magic towns reading or leisurely retirement years.
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.
92
Air Quality Description
Pordenone, Italy, prides itself on maintaining a relatively clean and breathable atmosphere, conducive to both short-term visitors and long-term residents. The town experiences good levels of particulate matter under ten microns (PM10) and nitrogen dioxide, ensuring minimal irritation or respiratory discomfort. Levels of PM2.5 and ozone are moderate, occasionally requiring sensitive groups to take precautionary measures during certain periods. Additionally, the presence of sulphur dioxide is remarkably low, contributing to the overall pleasantness of the air. Overall, Pordenone’s air quality supports a healthy lifestyle, aligning well with the desires of expatriates seeking a serene environment in their new locale.
Pordenone, Italy, prides itself on maintaining a relatively clean and breathable atmosphere, conducive to both short-term visitors and long-term residents. The town experiences good levels of particulate matter under ten microns (PM10) and nitrogen dioxide, ensuring minimal irritation or respiratory discomfort. Levels of PM2.5 and ozone are moderate, occasionally requiring sensitive groups to take precautionary measures during certain periods. Additionally, the presence of sulphur dioxide is remarkably low, contributing to the overall pleasantness of the air. Overall, Pordenone’s air quality supports a healthy lifestyle, aligning well with the desires of expatriates seeking a serene environment in their new locale.
Town Descriptions
Getting There
Pordenone is well-connected by road, with access to the A28 and A4 highways facilitating travel to major cities in the region. The town is served by two train stations with good connectivity ratings, further enhancing its accessibility. The nearest airports are Treviso and Venice, each within convenient reach.
Getting Around
Local Cuisine
Pordenone’s culinary scene is marked by a fusion of local and international influences, typical of the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region. Traditional dishes include hearty meat-based options and Mediterranean seafood, showcasing ingredients like Montasio DOP cheese, Prosciutto di San Daniele, and seasonal vegetables such as rosa di Gorizia. The local diet emphasizes rich flavors from both the sea and land, with polenta being a staple. In terms of dining variety, Pordenone offers numerous restaurants, including notable Michelin-starred establishments, which provide an array of Italian and international cuisines, reflecting the broader influences of neighboring regions. The presence of diverse dining options ensures that both locals and visitors can enjoy a rich gastronomic experience.
Shopping Overview
This city offers a diverse shopping landscape featuring various categories. Supermarkets and farmers markets provide daily essentials and local produce. Shopping malls host a spectrum of retail outlets, while boutique shops focus on specialty and artisanal products. Flea and street markets offer unique items and antiques, appealing to those seeking local culture. Overall, the shopping environment caters to both everyday needs and leisurely exploration, enhancing the local experience for residents and visitors alike.
Neighborhoods
Green Areas and Parks
The Pordenone area in Friuli-Venezia Giulia offers various outdoor activities and trails in the Natural Park of the Friulian Dolomites, such as the Lago di Barcis ring tour, an easy 4-mile hike, and the Parco del Seminario di Pordenone, another easy circuit. More challenging hikes include the Campanile di Val Montanaia loop from Rifugio Pordenone (9 miles) and the Monte Pramaggiore loop (16 miles). These trails provide options for varying levels of hiking expertise. Additionally, the region is known for scenic walks and opportunities for nature-based recreational activities.
✅ Pros
– High-quality healthcare services available for residents and expats.
– Excellent air quality promotes a healthy living environment.
– Low unemployment rate supports economic stability and opportunities.
– Well-connected transportation network facilitates easy travel throughout Italy.
– Rich cultural and historical heritage offers diverse experiences.
– Opportunities for community integration and local engagement abound.
– Moderate climate allows for outdoor activities year-round.
– Affordable cost of living compared to larger Italian cities.
– Strong educational facilities cater to various learning needs.
– Reliable internet connectivity supports remote work and communication.
❌ Cons
– Limited nightlife options for those seeking vibrant entertainment scenes.
– Some may find local cuisine too traditional or repetitive.
– Smaller expat community compared to larger Italian cities.
– Weather can be humid, especially in summer months.
– Fewer international schools available for diverse educational needs.
– Public transport may be less frequent in rural areas.
– Limited shopping options compared to metropolitan locations.
– Cultural events might not cater to all tastes and preferences.
– Language barrier could complicate daily interactions for non-Italian speakers.
– Some areas may feel less cosmopolitan than major Italian cities.
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