Elevation
[?]
Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
135
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
16500
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.
61100
Air Quality Rating
[?]
Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
96
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.
Medium
Avg Download Speed (Mbps) / Avg Upload Speed (Mbps)
100
/ 47
Climate Description
Temperate climate with warm summers, mild winters, ample sunshine, and evenly spread rainfall.
San Giovanni Valdarno
Toscana
Compact Tuscan town with rich history, high walkability, good healthcare, and emerging tech industry.
Summary
San Giovanni Valdarno, nestled in the heart of Tuscany, offers a blend of historical charm and modern living, making it an appealing destination for expats and retirees. This compact town is conveniently located about 38 minutes from Florence’s bustling cultural scene, allowing residents easy access to world-class art and dining. With a population of approximately 16,500, the town boasts a walkability score that is notably high, promoting an active lifestyle. Key attractions include the beautiful Franciscan church of San Giovanni Battista and historical piazzas that reflect the town’s rich heritage.
Local industries, particularly agriculture and artisanal crafts, thrive alongside an emerging tech scene, enhancing the community’s economic vitality. While expats may find certain amenities less varied than in larger cities, the robust healthcare services and excellent air quality contribute positively to overall well-being. The proximity to scenic beaches adds to the town’s allure, despite their distance, providing an outlet for leisurely weekend excursions.
✅ Pros
– High-quality healthcare services available for residents.
– Excellent air quality for a healthier lifestyle.
– Low unemployment rate promoting economic stability.
– Rich cultural and historical heritage to explore.
– Well-connected transportation options for easy commuting.
– Opportunities for community integration and social engagement.
– Mild climate suitable for year-round outdoor activities.
– Diverse educational facilities for lifelong learning.
– Low tourist traffic for a peaceful living environment.
– Reliable internet connectivity for remote work possibilities.
❌ Cons
– Limited nightlife options for those seeking evening entertainment.
– Small-town feel may not suit everyone’s lifestyle preferences.
– Limited shopping variety compared to larger cities.
– Local dialect may be challenging for non-Italian speakers.
– Fewer international food options than larger urban areas.
– Public transport may have limited frequency during off-peak hours.
– Some amenities may require travel to nearby towns.
– Seasonal weather variations can be unpredictable at times.
– Cultural events may not be as frequent as larger cities.
– Limited access to specialized healthcare services outside the town.
San Giovanni Valdarno Demographics
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
16500
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.
61100
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.
22700
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.
1989 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
38min(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
Perugia-San Francesco d'Assisi (Perugia)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
5
Driving Time
61min(s)
Perugia San Francesco d’Assisi – Umbria International Airport is located in the Umbria region of central Italy, serving the city of Perugia. It primarily offers seasonal flights through airlines such as British Airways and Ryanair, connecting passengers to key European cities like London, Barcelona, and Rome, along with domestic destinations such as Cagliari and Palermo. Not fitting the profile of a major hub, the airport is characterised by its modest passenger numbers but has experienced significant growth recently, making it an accessible entry point to Umbria via road, rail, and regional bus services.
3rd Closest Airport
Name
Ampugnano (Siena)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
1
Driving Time
63min(s)
Siena Ampugnano Airport is located near Siena in Tuscany, Italy, operating primarily as a former small military airfield. With a single runway designated 18/36, it serves a limited number of flights mainly for general aviation. The airport features basic facilities such as refuelling, a flying school at the Aero Club di Siena, and a small restaurant-bar, catering primarily to private and charter flights rather than significant commercial routes.
Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di San Giovanni Valdarno
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
6min(s)
Train service at Stazione di San Giovanni Valdarno is primarily focused on regional connectivity along the Florence–Rome railway line. Key rail lines that stop here include the regional trains operating along this line. The station directly connects to several important destinations, including Florence, Rome, Arezzo, Montevarchi, Chiusi, Foligno, Prato, and Pistoia.
Train operators at this station mainly include Trenitalia, which manages the regional services. The frequency of departures typically ranges from every 30 minutes to hourly, depending on the time of day.
The services at Stazione di San Giovanni Valdarno comprise primarily regional trains with no high-speed trains operating from this station.
2nd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Montevarchi-Terranuova
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
8
Driving Time
13min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Montevarchi-Terranuova is comprehensive and well-connected.
– **Rail Lines**: Primarily served by regional lines operated by Trenitalia.
– **Key Destinations**: Direct trains connect Montevarchi-Terranuova to Florence (28 minutes), Roma Termini (1 hour 48 minutes), Arezzo (22 minutes), and Pisa Centrale (1 hour 33 minutes).
– **Train Operators**: The main operator is Trenitalia, which offers a range of regional services.
– **Frequency of Departures**: The station sees high frequency with around 46 trains daily to Florence and 63 trains to Rome, indicating trains approximately every 30 minutes during peak times.
– **Train Types**: The services include regional trains predominantly, with no direct high-speed train services available at this station.
Overall, the Stazione di Montevarchi-Terranuova provides efficient service to major cities, primarily focusing on regional connections.
3rd Closest Rail
Name
en:Figline Valdarno railway station
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
16min(s)
Train service at en:Figline Valdarno railway station includes the following:
– **Rail Lines:** The station is on the Florence-Rome railway line.
– **Key Destinations:** Direct trains connect Figline Valdarno to Florence, Arezzo, and Rome.
– **Train Operators:** The primary operator serving this station is Trenitalia, with regional services available.
– **Frequency of Departures:** Trains generally depart every 30 minutes during peak times, with some services operating less frequently during off-peak hours.
– **Train Types:** The station mainly accommodates regional trains, with no high-speed services directly stopping here.
Infrastructure & Amenities
Within 10km
Auto Repair Shops
177
Bars
85
Cafes
17
Cinemas
4
Dentists
32
Golf Courses
0
Gyms
23
Health Clinics
12
Hiking Trails
16
Historical Sites
89
Libraries
9
Museums
7
Parks
3
Pharmacies
15
Restaurants
145
Shopping Centres
29
Supermarkets
121
Spas
204
Beach
Name
Renai - Lotto 1
Driving Distance
54mins
Water Quality Rating
1 - Excellent
Mountain Resort
Name
Monte Fumaiolo - Le Balze
Driving Distance
108mins
Healthcare
Healthcare Score
[?]
Evaluates hospital/clinic access, drive time to care, and regional quality rankings. Higher scores mean better healthcare.
66
Nearest Hospital Name
Nuovo Valdarno
Drive Time to Nearest Hospital
9 minutes
Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km
9
Local Public Healthcare Provider
AZIENDA USL TOSCANA SUD-EST
Healthcare Quality Description
In this area of Tuscany, the healthcare system demonstrates a mixed level of efficiency and quality. While it generally performs better than most in Italy, local hospital care remains a significant area for improvement. Heart attack readmissions are managed exceptionally well, and the treatment of bone fractures is timely. Minimally invasive breast cancer surgeries and short postoperative stays are relatively efficient. However, acute heart attack interventions and readmissions after heart failure reveal substantial inefficiencies. Consequently, while the healthcare services show competence in several areas, certain critical aspects warrant attention for those considering relocation.
Safety
Seismic Zone (risk of earthquakes)
[?]
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.
38
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.
38
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.
99.213
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.
Medium
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
1321
Median
1575
Third Quartile
1837
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 20%
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.
Somewhat Low (21st-30th percentile)
Sunshine
Above Average (51st-60th percentile)
Snowfall
Below Average (31st-40th percentile)
Climate Description
San Giovanni Valdarno enjoys a temperate climate that serves as a blend of Mediterranean and continental influences, ideal for those seeking a balance in seasonal variation. Summers here are warm but rarely oppressive, allowing expats and retirees to explore its cultural offerings comfortably. The winters are marked by modest chilliness, coupled with occasional light snowfall, creating picturesque scenes without the severe extremes seen in more northern climes. This town benefits from ample sunshine throughout the year, ensuring that outdoor activities and social gatherings can be enjoyed under bright skies. Rainfall is evenly distributed across the seasons, supporting lush landscapes 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.
Good
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.
96
Air Quality Description
San Giovanni Valdarno generally presents a commendable air quality ambiance. The concentrations of smaller particulate matter, such as PM2.5, and larger particulates like PM10 routinely fall within the ‘Good’ classification, reflecting only minor air pollution concerns and offering ample clean breathing conditions. Equally satisfactory levels are documented for nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide, both critical markers for vehicular and industrial pollution. Nevertheless, potential residents should note mildly elevated ozone levels, which, while still within acceptable bounds, occasionally dip into ‘Fair’ territory. This environment would generally befit those sensitive to urban smog seeking healthier living spaces.
San Giovanni Valdarno generally presents a commendable air quality ambiance. The concentrations of smaller particulate matter, such as PM2.5, and larger particulates like PM10 routinely fall within the ‘Good’ classification, reflecting only minor air pollution concerns and offering ample clean breathing conditions. Equally satisfactory levels are documented for nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide, both critical markers for vehicular and industrial pollution. Nevertheless, potential residents should note mildly elevated ozone levels, which, while still within acceptable bounds, occasionally dip into ‘Fair’ territory. This environment would generally befit those sensitive to urban smog seeking healthier living spaces.
Town Descriptions
Getting There
San Giovanni Valdarno is well-connected by road, with easy access to the A1 motorway facilitating travel between Florence and Rome. The town’s proximity to two train stations enhances its accessibility, with reliable services to nearby urban centers. Key airports in Florence and Perugia cater to international travel needs.
Getting Around
Local Cuisine
San Giovanni Valdarno boasts a rich culinary heritage characterized by traditional Tuscan dishes such as the renowned Bistecca Fiorentina, a rare grilled T-bone steak, as well as handmade pastas paired with rich sauces like meat ragu and truffles. The local dining scene is diverse, featuring various restaurants that offer authentic Tuscan cuisine alongside innovative interpretations. Additionally, there are notable influences from international cuisine, with options showcasing both meat and seafood dishes. The area is also home to Michelin-starred establishments that uphold high culinary standards, cementing San Giovanni Valdarno’s reputation as a significant culinary destination in Tuscany.
Shopping Overview
The shopping landscape comprises various outlets, including factory outlets and specialty shops. Larger chain stores and smaller boutiques coexist along the central shopping street, providing diverse options for retail. Additionally, notable nearby discount outlets enhance the offerings, catering to different consumer needs. The format includes both standalone establishments and clustered shopping areas, facilitating accessibility for residents and visitors alike.
Neighborhoods
Green Areas and Parks
San Giovanni Valdarno serves as an access point to a variety of green spaces and outdoor activities. Prominent among these is the Bandella Nature Reserve, a protected area along the Arno River, offering a collection of trails teeming with local wildlife. Additionally, the region offers notable hiking routes such as the picturesque Le Balze del Val d’Arno trail, and the Castelfranco di Sopra loop, which provides panoramic views of the unique crags. These areas offer opportunities for hiking and experiencing the region’s diverse natural beauty.
✅ Pros
– High-quality healthcare services available for residents.
– Excellent air quality for a healthier lifestyle.
– Low unemployment rate promoting economic stability.
– Rich cultural and historical heritage to explore.
– Well-connected transportation options for easy commuting.
– Opportunities for community integration and social engagement.
– Mild climate suitable for year-round outdoor activities.
– Diverse educational facilities for lifelong learning.
– Low tourist traffic for a peaceful living environment.
– Reliable internet connectivity for remote work possibilities.
❌ Cons
– Limited nightlife options for those seeking evening entertainment.
– Small-town feel may not suit everyone’s lifestyle preferences.
– Limited shopping variety compared to larger cities.
– Local dialect may be challenging for non-Italian speakers.
– Fewer international food options than larger urban areas.
– Public transport may have limited frequency during off-peak hours.
– Some amenities may require travel to nearby towns.
– Seasonal weather variations can be unpredictable at times.
– Cultural events may not be as frequent as larger cities.
– Limited access to specialized healthcare services outside the town.
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