Elevation
[?]
Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
334
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
11500
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.
498300
Air Quality Rating
[?]
Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
86
Region
Sicilia
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)
165
/ 94
Climate Description
Mild winters, warm summers, abundant sunshine, occasional rain; ideal for outdoor life.
San Gregorio di Catania
Sicilia
This Sicilian town features cultural attractions, wine tours, air quality, and a friendly community.
Summary
San Gregorio di Catania, a charming town in Sicily, offers a blend of cultural attractions and natural beauty, appealing to foreign expats and retirees. Located just minutes from Catania and the shores of the Ionian Sea, its accessible size provides a balance of tranquility and convenience. Key highlights include the Reserva Naturale Integrale Complesso Immacolatelle and historic churches like Parrocchia Santa Maria degli Ammalati, which reflect the town’s rich cultural heritage. Local wine production thrives, with tours available at Etna Urban Winery, tapping into the region’s volcanic soil for exceptional wines.
While the town boasts air quality and internet connectivity favorable for newcomers, expats may find certain amenities limited compared to larger cities. However, San Gregorio di Catania’s friendly community and picturesque surroundings mitigate these drawbacks, making it an attractive option for those seeking a slower pace in a historically rich environment.
✅ Pros
– High-quality healthcare services available within the town.
– Pleasant Mediterranean climate with warm summers and mild winters.
– Well-developed infrastructure supporting daily commuting and accessibility.
– Strong sense of community and integration opportunities for newcomers.
– Low tourism presence offers a more authentic local experience.
– Clean air with good air quality ratings for residents.
– Local economy provides stable job opportunities and growth potential.
– Access to cultural and historical sites enriching daily life.
– Reliable internet connectivity supporting remote work and communication.
– Affordable cost of living compared to larger Italian cities.
❌ Cons
– Limited entertainment options for nightlife and social activities.
– Public transportation may not be as extensive as desired.
– Job competition may still be present despite local opportunities.
– Language barrier can hinder full integration for newcomers.
– Limited shopping variety compared to larger urban areas.
– Seasonal weather extremes could be uncomfortable for some.
– Cultural events may not be frequent or widely promoted.
– Educational options may be less diversified for families.
– Local bureaucracy can be slow and frustrating at times.
– Less access to international cuisine and dining choices.
San Gregorio di Catania Demographics
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
11500
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.
498300
Births Per 100 Deaths
70.0
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.
26300
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.
150 out of 7901
Infrastructure and Connectivity
Closest Airport
Name
Catania Fontanarossa (Catania)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
17min(s)
Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) is situated in Sicily, Italy, and serves as a significant air travel hub in the Mediterranean. This airport facilitates connections to numerous European cities such as Rome, Munich, Amsterdam, and London, with key routes including Catania to Rome, one of Italy’s busiest. Notably, it accommodates low-cost carriers like Ryanair and Wizz Air, making it accessible for budget travellers and providing direct flights to leisure destinations. Recent terminal expansions enhance passenger experience, although the airport experienced a temporary disruption in July 2023 due to a fire in the terminal.
2nd Closest Airport
Name
Tito Minniti (Reggio Calabria)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
6
Driving Time
76min(s)
Reggio Calabria Airport, also known as Tito Minniti (IATA: REG), is located in the southern part of Calabria, Italy, approximately 7 km from Reggio Calabria city centre. As one of the busiest airports in Calabria, it offers regular flights within Italy to destinations like Milan Linate and Rome Fiumicino, and international seasonal services to Tirana. Known for serving as an access point for the Strait of Messina region, the airport connects travellers primarily through ITA Airways and Ryanair, catering to both domestic and select European routes.
3rd Closest Airport
Name
Lamezia Terme (Lamezia)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
5
Driving Time
109min(s)
Lamezia Terme International Airport (SUF) is located in Calabria, southern Italy, approximately 9 km south of the city of Lamezia Terme. It overlooks the Tyrrhenian Sea and is especially busy during the summer months, accommodating over 2.6 million passengers in 2022. The airport is a hub for low-cost airlines such as Ryanair, EasyJet, and WizzAir, offering connections to major Italian cities like Rome and Milan, as well as seasonal flights to destinations like Toronto, Vienna, and Cologne. Notably, the airport does not emphasize any particular hub designation but offers significant connectivity for both domestic and international flights, making it a convenient option for travellers seeking both leisure and business routes.
Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Cannizzaro
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 Cannizzaro includes the following features:
– **Rail Lines**: The station is located on the Messina-Siracusa line.
– **Key Destinations**: Direct trains connect Cannizzaro to major destinations like Siracusa and Catania.
– **Train Operators**: The primary operator serving this station is Trenitalia.
– **Frequency of Departures**: Trains typically run every 30 minutes to hourly, depending on the time of day.
– **Train Types**: The station accommodates regional trains and also participates in the metropolitan train service of Catania, though it does not handle high-speed trains.
2nd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Acireale
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
12min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Acireale includes the following:
– **Rail Lines**: The station primarily serves the Trenitalia regional lines, including connections to Catania and Messina.
– **Key Destinations**: Direct trains connect Acireale with major destinations such as Catania, Messina, and Palermo.
– **Train Operators**: Trenitalia is the primary operator, with some high-speed services provided by Italo.
– **Frequency of Departures**: Trains depart approximately every 30 to 60 minutes during peak hours, while frequency may be lower during off-peak times.
– **Types of Trains**: The station services a mix of regional trains and high-speed trains, offering both local and rapid transport options.
3rd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Catania Centrale
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
9
Driving Time
15min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Catania Centrale includes:
– **Rail Lines**: Major lines include connections to Messina, Siracusa, Palermo, Taormina, and Giarre.
– **Key Destinations**: Direct train services connect to Messina (1h 20m), Siracusa (1h), Palermo (2h 50m), Giarre-Riposto (20m), and Taormina-Giardini (35m).
– **Train Operators**: The primary operators are Trenitalia and Italo, providing both regional and intercity services.
– **Frequency of Departures**: Departure frequencies vary by destination; there are up to 32 departures daily to Taormina-Giardini, 25 to Messina Centrale, 14 to both Siracusa and Palermo Centrale, and 36 to Giarre-Riposto.
– **Type of Services**: Catania Centrale offers a mix of regional, fast regional, and Intercity trains, accommodating various speeds and service types.
Infrastructure & Amenities
Within 10km
Auto Repair Shops
256
Bars
341
Cafes
94
Cinemas
100
Dentists
174
Golf Courses
0
Gyms
236
Health Clinics
156
Hiking Trails
147
Historical Sites
260
Libraries
34
Museums
205
Parks
154
Pharmacies
131
Restaurants
667
Shopping Centres
262
Supermarkets
425
Spas
343
Beach
Name
Via A. Da Messina - Selene
Driving Distance
10mins
Water Quality Rating
1 - Excellent
Mountain Resort
Name
Etna Sud - Nicolosi
Driving Distance
17mins
Healthcare
Healthcare Score
[?]
Evaluates hospital/clinic access, drive time to care, and regional quality rankings. Higher scores mean better healthcare.
67
Nearest Hospital Name
Cannizzaro
Drive Time to Nearest Hospital
3 minutes
Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km
143
Local Public Healthcare Provider
ASP CATANIA
Healthcare Quality Description
In this area of Sicily, the health services exhibit a mixed performance. While overall quality is above average nationwide, local hospital care is notably suboptimal. Emergency treatment for severe conditions varies, with heart attack and heart failure readmissions being low but swift STEMI intervention being moderately effective. Orthopaedic emergency care is handled adequately, and postoperative stays are generally brief. However, the response to specific cardiac emergencies is limited. Surgical approaches to breast cancer incorporate some advanced techniques but remain less than optimal. Potential residents should carefully evaluate these aspects against their healthcare needs when considering relocation to this 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
[?]
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.
50
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.
0
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.
105.288
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
1403
Median
1766
Third Quartile
2342
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 50%
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.
Top 50%
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.
Very Low (Bottom 10%)
Sunshine
Exceptional (Top 10%)
Snowfall
Very Low (Bottom 10%)
Climate Description
San Gregorio di Catania enjoys a temperate Mediterranean climate that appeals particularly to expats and retirees seeking a balanced environment. Winters here are mild, with rare instances of snowfall delicately blanketing the landscape, creating a serene, brief winter wonder. Summers offer warmth without oppressive heat, ideal for enjoying the lush surroundings and outdoor cafes that dot the town. The region benefits from an abundance of sunshine year-round, fostering vibrant local flora and making it an attractive destination for those from drearier climates. Occasional rains replenish the landscape throughout the year, maintaining its lush appeal without causing significant disruption to daily life. This climatic harmony supports an active, outdoor lifestyle, underscored by a picturesque setting.
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.
86
Air Quality Description
San Gregorio di Catania offers a fairly commendable air quality environment, reflecting an atmosphere conducive to those prioritizing a healthier lifestyle. The concentrations of particulate matter, namely PM10 and PM2.5, generally adhere to satisfactory levels, supporting routine outdoor activities without significant concern. Nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide levels are notably low, underscoring an ambient air profile that facilitates easy breathing. However, while the ozone level is acceptable, it does occasionally reflect variability that might concern the most sensitive individuals. Overall, the air quality in San Gregorio di Catania stands as a positive aspect for residents and visitors alike.
San Gregorio di Catania offers a fairly commendable air quality environment, reflecting an atmosphere conducive to those prioritizing a healthier lifestyle. The concentrations of particulate matter, namely PM10 and PM2.5, generally adhere to satisfactory levels, supporting routine outdoor activities without significant concern. Nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide levels are notably low, underscoring an ambient air profile that facilitates easy breathing. However, while the ozone level is acceptable, it does occasionally reflect variability that might concern the most sensitive individuals. Overall, the air quality in San Gregorio di Catania stands as a positive aspect for residents and visitors alike.
Town Descriptions
Getting There
San Gregorio di Catania benefits from strong connectivity, situated near major road links such as the A18 and SS114. Its proximity to Catania Fontanarossa Airport enhances accessibility, while nearby train stations provide regular services. The town’s infrastructure rating further underscores its connectivity strengths.
Getting Around
Local Cuisine
San Gregorio di Catania offers a rich culinary scene reflecting the traditional flavors of Sicily. The town is known for its local dishes such as ‘lattume’ (tuna belly) and various seafood preparations, which highlight the region’s coastal heritage. Dining establishments in the area showcase a mix of both traditional Sicilian fare and international cuisine, illustrating the town’s culinary diversity. Notably, ‘Sapio’ stands out as the sole Michelin-starred restaurant in the region, celebrated for its focus on hyper-local and seasonal ingredients. Overall, the culinary landscape is characterized by a combination of local authenticity and modern influences.
Shopping Overview
The shopping landscape features a mix of supermarket chains, local boutiques, and specialised gift shops, catering to both daily needs and unique items. Notable malls in the vicinity include prominent retail complexes, offering a variety of shops that range from fashion to electronics. The area supports traditional markets as well, where fresh produce and local goods are available, reflecting regional culture and preferences.
Neighborhoods
Green Areas and Parks
San Gregorio di Catania, situated in Sicily, offers a variety of hiking opportunities suitable for different skill levels. Notable trails include the Catanese coast and Aci Castello from Carruba, a 5.70-mile intermediate route, and the easy Spiaggia Catania loop spanning 2.84 miles. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the 8.12-mile Riviera dei Ciclopi route and the Piazza dell’Università to Massimo Bellini Theater loop, which extends over 10.1 miles. These paths provide a mix of coastal and urban landscapes, making it an appealing location for retirees and expats seeking outdoor activities.
✅ Pros
– High-quality healthcare services available within the town.
– Pleasant Mediterranean climate with warm summers and mild winters.
– Well-developed infrastructure supporting daily commuting and accessibility.
– Strong sense of community and integration opportunities for newcomers.
– Low tourism presence offers a more authentic local experience.
– Clean air with good air quality ratings for residents.
– Local economy provides stable job opportunities and growth potential.
– Access to cultural and historical sites enriching daily life.
– Reliable internet connectivity supporting remote work and communication.
– Affordable cost of living compared to larger Italian cities.
❌ Cons
– Limited entertainment options for nightlife and social activities.
– Public transportation may not be as extensive as desired.
– Job competition may still be present despite local opportunities.
– Language barrier can hinder full integration for newcomers.
– Limited shopping variety compared to larger urban areas.
– Seasonal weather extremes could be uncomfortable for some.
– Cultural events may not be frequent or widely promoted.
– Educational options may be less diversified for families.
– Local bureaucracy can be slow and frustrating at times.
– Less access to international cuisine and dining choices.
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