Elevation

[?] Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
30

Population

[?] This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
11200

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.
16800

Air Quality Rating

[?] Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
84

Region

Sardegna

Walkability

Walker’s Paradise

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.
High

Avg Download Speed (Mbps) / Avg Upload Speed (Mbps)

83
/ 30

Climate Description

Mild winters, warm summers, abundant sunshine; ideal for outdoor activities year-round.

Siniscola

Sardegna

Coastal town with agricultural roots, notable for olive oil, cheese, local markets, and festivals.

Quality of Life Score

[?]Factors in air quality, amenities, walkability, population, and environmental risks. Higher scores suggest better living conditions.

66

Quality of Infrastructure

[?]Measures internet speed, healthcare access, airports, rail, and walkability. Higher scores mean better connectivity and essential services.

50

Quality of Economy

[?]Based on income, property prices, job availability, and population density. Higher scores indicate stronger economic conditions.

63

Summary

Siniscola, located in the heart of Sardegna, offers expatriates and retirees a charming blend of coastal allure and rich cultural heritage. The town is situated approximately 11 kilometers from pristine beaches known for their excellent water quality, making it an ideal base for those looking to embrace a seaside lifestyle. Siniscola boasts a strong agricultural tradition, with local industries focusing on olive oil production and artisanal cheese. Its vibrant markets and festivals reflect the community’s commitment to preserving Sardinian customs and gastronomy.

However, potential residents should be mindful of certain drawbacks. The walkability score is notably low, necessitating a reliance on personal transportation for daily activities. Healthcare services, while available, may not be as extensive as in larger urban centers, which might be a consideration for retirees. Nonetheless, Siniscola’s peaceful environment and welcoming community can provide a rewarding experience for those seeking a slower pace of life in Italy.

✅ Pros

– Mild Mediterranean climate with warm summers and mild winters.
– Rich cultural and historical heritage to explore and enjoy.
– Opportunities for integration within the local community and lifestyle.
– Generally good air quality for a healthier living environment.
– Moderate tourism provides local amenities without overcrowding.
– Basic healthcare services available, though limited in options.
– Access to scenic beaches and nature for outdoor activities.
– Some local transport options for exploring the surrounding areas.
– Potential for a slower, more relaxed pace of life.
– Community-focused atmosphere fostering friendly interactions and relationships.

❌ Cons

– Limited healthcare options may cause concerns for medical needs.
– Public transportation can be infrequent and unreliable at times.
– Employment opportunities are scarce, leading to potential financial strain.
– Internet connectivity might not meet all modern demands.
– Educational facilities may lack resources and advanced programs.
– Infrastructure needs improvements, affecting overall convenience and access.
– Unemployment rates are higher than the national average.
– Weather can be too hot during peak summer months.
– Cultural events might not be as frequent or varied.
– Limited nightlife options for those seeking evening entertainment.

Siniscola Demographics

Population

[?] This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.

11200

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.

16800

Births Per 100 Deaths

40.0

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.

16300

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.

6357 out of 7901

Infrastructure and Connectivity

Closest Airport

Name

Costa Smeralda (Olbia)

Connectivity Score

[?] Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.

6

Driving Time

52min(s)

Costa Smeralda Airport (Olbia) is situated in Olbia, Sardinia, Italy, and serves as a key air gateway to the region. In 2022, the airport handled over 3 million passengers and offers a wide range of destinations primarily within Europe with significant seasonal flights. Notable airlines operating include Ryanair, British Airways, and EasyJet, providing connectivity to cities like London, Frankfurt, and Barcelona, making it a convenient hub for tourists during the high season.

2nd Closest Airport

Name

Alghero Fertilia (Alghero)

Connectivity Score

[?] Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.

6

Driving Time

134min(s)

Alghero Fertilia Airport, situated near Alghero in northern Sardinia, Italy, is a medium-sized airport catering to over 1.5 million passengers annually. Primarily serving as a hub for Ryanair, Volotea, and ITA Airways, it connects travellers to key destinations such as Rome, Milan, and Pisa, with flights to 31 destinations in 12 countries. The airport is notably busy during the summer months, handling a mix of scheduled, budget, and charter flights, making it a convenient entry point for tourists visiting Sardinia.

3rd Closest Airport

Name

Cagliari Elmas (Cagliari)

Connectivity Score

[?] Measures travel time and service quality of nearby airport stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.

7

Driving Time

144min(s)

Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG), situated near Cagliari in Sardinia, Italy, serves as the largest airport on the island with a passenger traffic of approximately 4.39 million in 2022, reflecting its significance. It acts as a focus city for airlines like Ryanair and Volotea, offering numerous year-round and seasonal routes across Europe, including major destinations such as London, Milan, and Budapest. The airport is particularly busy in the summer season, supporting a wide network of holiday and charter flights, and it emphasises environmental sustainability through initiatives to reduce CO2 emissions and improve energy efficiency.

Closest Rail

Name

Stazione di Prato Sardo

Connectivity Score

[?] Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.

4

Driving Time

49min(s)

Train service at Stazione di Prato Sardo includes the following train lines:

– **Rail Lines**: The primary line at Stazione di Prato Sardo is the Macomer–Nuoro railway.

– **Key Destinations**: Direct trains connect Prato Sardo with key destinations such as Nuoro and Macomer, making it a convenient stop for travellers heading to these areas.

– **Train Operators**: The station is mainly served by Trenitalia, which operates regional services along the Macomer–Nuoro line. There are no services from high-speed operators like Italo at this station.

– **Frequency of Departures**: Trains typically depart a few times per day, with the exact frequency depending on the time of year and day of the week.

– **Service Type**: Stazione di Prato Sardo primarily offers regional train services, with no high-speed train services available.

2nd Closest Rail

Name

Stazione di Oniferi

Connectivity Score

[?] Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.

4

Driving Time

55min(s)

Train service at Stazione di Oniferi includes the following features:

– **Rail lines that stop here:** The station services the Sardinian rail network.

– **Key destinations connected by direct trains:** Notably, it connects to destinations such as Nuoro and Sassari.

– **Train operators:** The main train operator providing services here is Trenitalia, which operates regional trains across the island.

– **Frequency of departures:** Trains typically run a few times per day, with exact schedules varying, so it’s advised to check locally for current timings.

– **Types of trains:** Stazione di Oniferi primarily operates regional trains rather than high-speed services.

This information reflects a well-structured overview of the train services available at this station in Italy.

3rd Closest Rail

Name

Stazione di Enas

Connectivity Score

[?] Measures travel time and service quality of nearby rail stations. Higher scores mean better transport access.

4

Driving Time

58min(s)

Train service at Stazione di Enas provides connections primarily along the railway line from Cagliari to Golfo Aranci. The key destinations connected by direct trains include Sassari, Olbia, Berchidda, Golfo Aranci, Cagliari, and Ploaghe, all serviced by Trenitalia. The frequency of departures is approximately every fifty minutes. Stazione di Enas accommodates regional trains only, with no high-speed services available.

Infrastructure & Amenities

Within 10km

Auto Repair Shops

21

Bars

10

Cafes

9

Cinemas

0

Dentists

2

Golf Courses

0

Gyms

5

Health Clinics

1

Hiking Trails

2

Historical Sites

2

Libraries

1

Museums

2

Parks

4

Pharmacies

6

Restaurants

49

Shopping Centres

3

Supermarkets

9

Spas

7

Beach

Name

Foce Stagno La Caletta

Driving Distance

20mins

Water Quality Rating

1 - Excellent

Mountain Resort

Name

Monte Spada

Driving Distance

83mins

Healthcare

Healthcare Score

[?] Evaluates hospital/clinic access, drive time to care, and regional quality rankings. Higher scores mean better healthcare.

12

Nearest Hospital Name

Civile San Francesco

Drive Time to Nearest Hospital

51 minutes

Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km

0

Local Public Healthcare Provider

ASL N. 3 DI NUORO

Healthcare Quality Description

In this area of Sardinia, the local healthcare services demonstrate varied effectiveness. While hospital care achieves moderate quality, urgent cardiac care and surgery standards fluctuate. Heart attack readmissions show medium efficiency, yet immediate cardiac interventions lag significantly. Orthopaedic response times are among the lowest nationally, although postoperative recovery durations are comparatively swift. Minimally invasive procedures for breast cancer are performed infrequently. Heart failure readmission rates are mid-range, indicating room for improvement. Overall, healthcare quality reflects a mixture of strengths in some areas and considerable deficiencies in others, necessitating comprehensive assessment by prospective residents.

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.

30

Percentage of Population at Landslide Risk

[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate landslide risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.

6

Percentage of Population at Flood Risk

[?] Percentage of the population in high or moderate flood risk zones. Higher values indicate greater environmental risk.

16

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.

94.826

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.

High

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

1144

Median

1817

Third Quartile

2656

Connectivity & Digital Access

Walkability Description

Walker's Paradise

Avg Download Speed (Mbps)

83

Fast Download Speed (Mbps)

119

Slow Download Speed (Mbps)

31

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.

Very Low (Bottom 10%)

Sunshine

Exceptional (Top 10%)

Snowfall

Low (11th-20th percentile)

Min Annual Temperature (°C)

[?] This parameter represents the monthly average of daily minimum temperatures for January, based on data from OPEN-METEO.

7.4

Max Annual Temperature (°C)

[?] This parameter represents the monthly average of daily minimum temperatures for January, based on data from OPEN-METEO.

29.2

Climate Description

Siniscola, a town in Italy, boasts a climate appealing to those interested in climates that offer a balance of mild winters and warm summers. The town enjoys a generous amount of sunshine throughout the year, enhancing its appeal as a sunny retreat for expats and retirees. While winters in Siniscola can occasionally see a light sprinkling of snow, they are generally mild, making it an ideal location for those looking to escape harsher winter climates. Summers here are pleasantly warm but rarely reach extreme temperatures, creating perfect conditions for enjoying outdoor activities without discomfort. This balance in temperature alongside ample sun provides an inviting atmosphere year-round.

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.

84

Air Quality Description

In Siniscola, Italy, the air quality predominantly ranks as good, offering an inviting atmosphere for expats and retirees. The town experiences low levels of particulate matter, with both PM10 and PM2.5 well within satisfactory limits, thus minimizing concerns regarding dust and finer pollutants. Nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide, often indicators of industrial activity, are notably low here, suggesting minimal vehicular or industrial emissions that could mar the air quality. However, ozone levels are moderate, indicating occasional peaks that may require attention for those particularly sensitive to atmospheric changes. Overall, Siniscola promises a predominantly clean and agreeable environment.

In Siniscola, Italy, the air quality predominantly ranks as good, offering an inviting atmosphere for expats and retirees. The town experiences low levels of particulate matter, with both PM10 and PM2.5 well within satisfactory limits, thus minimizing concerns regarding dust and finer pollutants. Nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide, often indicators of industrial activity, are notably low here, suggesting minimal vehicular or industrial emissions that could mar the air quality. However, ozone levels are moderate, indicating occasional peaks that may require attention for those particularly sensitive to atmospheric changes. Overall, Siniscola promises a predominantly clean and agreeable environment.

Town Descriptions

Getting There

Siniscola offers limited connectivity for travelers. The nearest airports are Costa Smeralda (Olbia) and Alghero Fertilia, both over 50 minutes away by road. Major roads include the SS131 and SS125, but public transport options are not robust, reflected in low train station connectivity scores.

Getting Around

Local Cuisine

The culinary scene in Siniscola is rich and diverse, reflecting the traditional flavors of Sardinia with a strong emphasis on seafood. Signature dishes include pacchero pasta served with swordfish and aubergines, and cuttlefish ink paired with red tuna and Taggiasca olives. The region is renowned for its authentic Sardinian dishes, such as porcetto (roast pork), emphasizing local ingredients and culinary heritage. Dining establishments range from cozy trattorias to lively pizzerias, catering to varied tastes while maintaining a focus on regional cuisine. Notably, there are currently no Michelin-starred restaurants in Siniscola, but visitors can enjoy high-quality dining experiences that celebrate local flavors.

Shopping Overview

The shopping landscape includes a variety of supermarkets, specialty shops, and shopping centres. Supermarkets such as Auchan and local markets provide essential grocery options. Several shopping centres offer diverse retail experiences, featuring a mix of local boutiques and broader commercial outlets. Expats and retirees will find access to both traditional handicrafts and modern conveniences, catering to diverse shopping preferences in the area.

Neighborhoods

Green Areas and Parks

In Siniscola, Sardinia, outdoor enthusiasts can explore moderate hiking trails like Capo Comino and Faro Vecchio di Capo Comino, offering routes from 2 to 8 miles, often accessible for families and dog-friendly. For a more challenging experience, trails such as Sentiero Italia, Z10A extend nearly 20 miles. The area also features beaches like La Caletta and natural formations like the Grotta di Gana ‘e Gortoe. These outdoor activities underscore Siniscola’s distinct appeal for retirees and expats seeking both leisurely and demanding experiences.

✅ Pros

– Mild Mediterranean climate with warm summers and mild winters.
– Rich cultural and historical heritage to explore and enjoy.
– Opportunities for integration within the local community and lifestyle.
– Generally good air quality for a healthier living environment.
– Moderate tourism provides local amenities without overcrowding.
– Basic healthcare services available, though limited in options.
– Access to scenic beaches and nature for outdoor activities.
– Some local transport options for exploring the surrounding areas.
– Potential for a slower, more relaxed pace of life.
– Community-focused atmosphere fostering friendly interactions and relationships.

❌ Cons

– Limited healthcare options may cause concerns for medical needs.
– Public transportation can be infrequent and unreliable at times.
– Employment opportunities are scarce, leading to potential financial strain.
– Internet connectivity might not meet all modern demands.
– Educational facilities may lack resources and advanced programs.
– Infrastructure needs improvements, affecting overall convenience and access.
– Unemployment rates are higher than the national average.
– Weather can be too hot during peak summer months.
– Cultural events might not be as frequent or varied.
– Limited nightlife options for those seeking evening entertainment.

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