Elevation
[?]
Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
9
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
18400
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.
68300
Air Quality Rating
[?]
Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
80
Region
Lazio
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, sunny, moderate rain; ideal for year-round outdoor activities.
Santa Marinella
Lazio
Coastal town near Rome, known for beaches, historic castle, and outdoor activities.
Summary
Santa Marinella is a tranquil coastal town located about 60 kilometers northwest of Rome, offering an appealing mix of history and beautiful scenery. Known for its inviting beaches and crystal-clear waters, the town features a 14th-century castle and a charming historic center, where restaurants and cafés create a lively yet relaxed atmosphere. The nearby Maremma regional park provides excellent opportunities for outdoor activities like hiking and biking, appealing to active retirees and expats looking for a peaceful lifestyle.
The local culture reflects a blend of tradition and modern living, with local dining experiences often highlighted for their quality, although the peak tourist months can lead to crowded conditions. While Santa Marinella may lack the extensive amenities found in larger cities, its strong community spirit and proximity to Rome make it an attractive option for those seeking a quieter life in Italy.
✅ Pros
– High-quality healthcare services available for residents and expats.
– Pleasant Mediterranean climate with mild winters and warm summers.
– Rich cultural and historical backdrop for exploration and enjoyment.
– Good transportation links to Rome and other nearby areas.
– Low unemployment rate promoting local economic stability and growth.
– Opportunities for integration within a welcoming expatriate community.
– Sufficient internet connectivity for remote work and communication needs.
– Beautiful coastal scenery with access to beaches and outdoor activities.
– Moderate tourist presence enhances local amenities without overcrowding.
– Educational facilities that cater to both locals and expatriates.
❌ Cons
– Air quality could be better for sensitive residents and visitors.
– Infrastructure improvements needed for public transport and roads.
– Limited shopping options outside major brands and local markets.
– Some cultural activities may be less frequent than in larger cities.
– Beaches can become crowded during the peak tourist season.
– Language barrier may pose challenges for non-Italian speakers.
– Limited nightlife options may not suit younger expats.
– Weather can be quite hot during peak summer months.
– Local bureaucracy can be slow and frustrating at times.
– Job opportunities may be scarce for specific professions.
Santa Marinella Demographics
Population
[?]
This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
18400
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.
68300
Births Per 100 Deaths
50.0
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.
Some Tourism
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.
23000
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.
1704 out of 7901
Infrastructure and Connectivity
Closest Airport
Name
Leonardo da Vinci (Rome Fiumicino)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
10
Driving Time
29min(s)
Leonardo da Vinci Airport, also known as Rome Fiumicino (FCO), is situated approximately 35 km from Rome’s city centre. It is Italy’s largest airport, serving as the main hub for ITA Airways and a crucial gateway for international travel, connecting to over 200 destinations globally, including major European cities like Madrid, Barcelona, and Paris. Known for its efficient transport links, such as the Fiumicino Aeroporto railway station and high-speed connections, the airport also features notable attractions like reproductions of Leonardo da Vinci’s works.
2nd 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
42min(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.
3rd Closest Airport
Name
Grosseto Airport (Grosseto)
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
1
Driving Time
64min(s)
Grosseto Airport, located 3 km west of Grosseto city in Tuscany, Italy, primarily functions as an Italian Air Force Base with limited civilian use for charter flights and private aircraft. As of 2022, the airport handled a modest number of 5,511 passengers, with no regular commercial airline services available currently. Historically, it had connections operated by SkyWork Airlines to destinations such as Bern and London City Airport, but these services ceased post-2018 after the airline’s bankruptcy, making the airport less accessible for regular travellers.
Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Santa Marinella
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
7
Driving Time
14min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Santa Marinella, Italy, includes several rail lines primarily operated by Trenitalia. The station connects directly to key destinations such as Roma Termini, Rome, Civitavecchia, Rome Fiumicino Airport, Roma Trastevere, and Roma San Pietro.
Frequency of departures is robust, with approximately 41 trains per day to Roma Termini and Rome, 37 trains to Civitavecchia, and 62 trains to Rome Fiumicino Airport. Services to these destinations typically see first trains around 4:37 AM and last trains until approximately 10:52 PM.
While the station does not serve high-speed trains, it offers regional trains, ensuring connectivity primarily to Rome and nearby locations. Overall, it provides a mixed service with a focus on ensuring frequent access to major regional destinations.
2nd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Civitavecchia Marittima
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
6
Driving Time
18min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Civitavecchia Marittima connects various rail lines primarily focusing on regional services. The main rail line serving the station is the FL5, which links Civitavecchia with Rome. Key destinations accessible by direct trains include Rome, with a travel time of approximately 60 to 80 minutes, and Tarquinia. The primary train operator is Trenitalia, known for its regional trains. Departures are generally frequent, with trains running approximately every 30 to 60 minutes, especially during peak times. While the services are predominantly regional, there might be some limited express services.
3rd Closest Rail
Name
Stazione di Santa Severa
Connectivity Score
[?]
Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.
6
Driving Time
18min(s)
Train service at Stazione di Santa Severa provides connections primarily on the Trenitalia rail network. The key rail line serving this station connects it to Roma Termini and other destinations. Direct trains regularly link Santa Severa with important destinations such as Roma Termini, Roma Trastevere, Santa Marinella, and Fiumicino Airport. Trenitalia operates these services, with trains running approximately every hour, making it convenient for commuters and travellers alike. The station accommodates regional trains primarily, with no direct high-speed services available.
Infrastructure & Amenities
Within 10km
Auto Repair Shops
17
Bars
160
Cafes
41
Cinemas
10
Dentists
6
Golf Courses
0
Gyms
55
Health Clinics
20
Hiking Trails
0
Historical Sites
8
Libraries
0
Museums
5
Parks
44
Pharmacies
21
Restaurants
76
Shopping Centres
3
Supermarkets
92
Spas
31
Beach
Name
50 Mt Dx Foce Fosso Cupo
Driving Distance
7mins
Water Quality Rating
1 - Excellent
Mountain Resort
Name
Campo Felice - Rocca di Cambio
Driving Distance
126mins
Healthcare
Healthcare Score
[?]
Evaluates hospital/clinic access, drive time to care, and regional quality rankings. Higher scores mean better healthcare.
99
Nearest Hospital Name
San Paolo
Drive Time to Nearest Hospital
13 minutes
Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km
8
Local Public Healthcare Provider
ROMA 4
Healthcare Quality Description
In this area of Lazio, healthcare quality is commendable overall, with notable efficiency in treating bone fractures swiftly and a high propensity for minimally invasive breast cancer surgeries. Hospital care, however, may require more attention in certain aspects such as timely post-heart attack interventions and managing heart failure readmissions. Post-operative care is relatively short, offering some reassurance for patients requiring surgery. Expats and retirees might appreciate the robust handling of specific medical needs, yet may wish to consider supplementary private options for conditions prone to frequent readmissions.
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.
27
Percentage of Population at Landslide Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate landslide risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
4
Percentage of Population at Flood Risk
[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate flood risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.
18
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.
116.086
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
2089
Median
2557
Third Quartile
2680
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.
Top 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 20%
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
Exceptional (Top 10%)
Snowfall
Low (11th-20th percentile)
Climate Description
Santa Marinella enjoys a climate that is conducive to outdoor activities nearly year-round. Summertime peaks with warm temperatures, making it ideal for beach excursions and coastal walks, while winters remain mild, with only occasional snowfall briefly dusting the landscape. The weather is predominantly sunny, blessing residents with ample sunshine that supports a thriving local flora. Rainfall is moderate throughout the year, supporting lush vegetation without causing significant disruptions to daily life. This balanced weather pattern makes Santa Marinella an appealing destination for expats and retirees seeking a comfortable, vibrant environment by the Mediterranean.
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.
80
Air Quality Description
In Santa Marinella, air quality largely complies with international cleanliness standards, presenting minimal barriers to everyday activity and health. Particulate matter remains significantly low, endorsing an environment that sustains active outdoor lifestyles. However, the presence of ozone and finer particulates registers at moderate levels, presenting occasional considerations for sensitive individuals during certain periods of the year. Notably, emissions such as nitrogen and sulphur dioxide are consistently low, underscoring an atmosphere relatively unburdened by industrial pollution; a significant advantage for those seeking a tranquil retirement setting in Italy. Santa Marinella offers a reassuring option for those attentive to environmental cleanliness.
In Santa Marinella, air quality largely complies with international cleanliness standards, presenting minimal barriers to everyday activity and health. Particulate matter remains significantly low, endorsing an environment that sustains active outdoor lifestyles. However, the presence of ozone and finer particulates registers at moderate levels, presenting occasional considerations for sensitive individuals during certain periods of the year. Notably, emissions such as nitrogen and sulphur dioxide are consistently low, underscoring an atmosphere relatively unburdened by industrial pollution; a significant advantage for those seeking a tranquil retirement setting in Italy. Santa Marinella offers a reassuring option for those attentive to environmental cleanliness.
Town Descriptions
Getting There
Santa Marinella is accessible via the A12 motorway, connecting it to Rome and nearby coastal towns. The town benefits from two nearby train stations, providing convenient rail links. Major airports, including Leonardo da Vinci and Ciampino, support international travel options.
Getting Around
Local Cuisine
Santa Marinella’s culinary scene is greatly influenced by its coastal location in Lazio, offering a rich selection of seafood-based dishes. Key traditional dishes include spaghetti alle vongole and various seafood antipasti, complemented by regional specialties like pasta carbonara and pasta all’amatriciana. The dining landscape features a variety of restaurants serving both local and international cuisine, with an emphasis on fresh ingredients and Mediterranean seafood. Notably, there is a Michelin-starred restaurant in the town, enhancing its gastronomic reputation. The area is characterized by a relaxed dining atmosphere, particularly in beachfront establishments, where patrons can enjoy local dishes paired with fine white wines from the region. Overall, the culinary scene reflects a blend of traditional Roman flavors and modern dining experiences, making Santa Marinella a notable destination for food enthusiasts.
Shopping Overview
The shopping landscape features supermarkets offering everyday essentials and local produce. Retail hubs provide diverse options, ranging from fashion boutiques to speciality gift shops. Shopping centres feature a combination of local and international brands, while marketplaces complement this with artisanal goods. Expats and retirees will appreciate the accessibility of various grocery outlets and the integration of outdoor markets that highlight regional products.
Neighborhoods
Green Areas and Parks
Santa Marinella in Lazio offers a variety of outdoor activities for expats and retirees. The area is known for difficult hiking trails such as the Santa Severa – La Tolfaccia route, which is 40 miles long, featuring significant elevation gains and panoramic views, suitable for multi-day excursions. Additionally, the Macchiatonda Nature Reserve provides a serene green space perfect for walks and nature observation, supporting local biodiversity. Outdoor enthusiasts can also engage in seaside activities along Santa Marinella’s beaches, facilitating a blend of both terrestrial and aquatic experiences.
✅ Pros
– High-quality healthcare services available for residents and expats.
– Pleasant Mediterranean climate with mild winters and warm summers.
– Rich cultural and historical backdrop for exploration and enjoyment.
– Good transportation links to Rome and other nearby areas.
– Low unemployment rate promoting local economic stability and growth.
– Opportunities for integration within a welcoming expatriate community.
– Sufficient internet connectivity for remote work and communication needs.
– Beautiful coastal scenery with access to beaches and outdoor activities.
– Moderate tourist presence enhances local amenities without overcrowding.
– Educational facilities that cater to both locals and expatriates.
❌ Cons
– Air quality could be better for sensitive residents and visitors.
– Infrastructure improvements needed for public transport and roads.
– Limited shopping options outside major brands and local markets.
– Some cultural activities may be less frequent than in larger cities.
– Beaches can become crowded during the peak tourist season.
– Language barrier may pose challenges for non-Italian speakers.
– Limited nightlife options may not suit younger expats.
– Weather can be quite hot during peak summer months.
– Local bureaucracy can be slow and frustrating at times.
– Job opportunities may be scarce for specific professions.
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