Elevation

[?] Elevation of a city refers to the height above sea level at which the city is located, measured in meters.
217

Population

[?] This is a town's official population, measured each year by the national statistics authority.
15100

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.
142600

Air Quality Rating

[?] Based on PM10, PM2.5, NO2, SO2, and ozone levels. Higher scores indicate cleaner air.
88

Region

Piemonte

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)

125
/ 68

Climate Description

Temperate climate, mild winters, occasional snow, warm summers, moderate rainfall.

Volpiano

Piemonte

North of Turin, this town features a historical center, local markets, and a tranquil lifestyle.

Quality of Life Score

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

87

Quality of Infrastructure

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

76

Quality of Economy

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

75

Summary

Volpiano, a charming town in Piedmont, is conveniently located just north of Turin, providing expats and retirees with easy access to urban amenities while maintaining a peaceful environment. Known for its well-preserved historical center, featuring notable architecture and local markets, Volpiano offers a slice of authentic Italian life. The town hosts a variety of cultural events, reflecting its rich heritage, and promotes community engagement through local festivals.

Although Volpiano boasts a solid quality of life, with good air quality and healthcare services, some may find the local job market and economic opportunities limited. Additionally, its proximity to Turin might lead to noise and traffic challenges. Nevertheless, with a pleasant walking environment and modern conveniences, including reliable internet, Volpiano presents a viable option for those seeking a tranquil lifestyle in Italy’s picturesque Piedmont region.

✅ Pros

– High-quality healthcare services available for residents.
– Excellent air quality contributes to overall well-being.
– Low unemployment rate fosters economic stability and job opportunities.
– Well-developed infrastructure supports daily commuting and travel.
– Mild climate ideal for outdoor activities and lifestyle.
– Rich cultural and historical backdrop enhances community life.
– Integration opportunities for expats and retirees are plentiful.
– Close-knit community offers a welcoming atmosphere for newcomers.
– Non-touristy environment allows for authentic local experiences.
– Reliable internet connectivity supports remote work and leisure.

❌ Cons

– Limited nightlife options may disappoint party enthusiasts.
– Public transport could be less frequent and less extensive.
– Smaller town means fewer shopping and dining choices.
– Language barrier may challenge non-Italian speakers initially.
– Seasonal weather can be unpredictable; pack for surprises!
– Lack of major tourist attractions may feel too quiet.
– Limited cultural events may not satisfy all interests.
– Local bureaucracy can be frustratingly slow and confusing.
– Expat community may feel too small for some preferences.
– Nearby cities may be more appealing for active lifestyles.

Volpiano Demographics

Population

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

15100

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.

142600

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.

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.

23600

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.

1252 out of 7901

Infrastructure and Connectivity

Closest Airport

Name

Torino Airport (Turin)

Connectivity Score

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

7

Driving Time

14min(s)

Turin Airport, also called Turin-Caselle Airport, is situated in Caselle Torinese, approximately 16 km north-west of Turin, Italy. In 2022, it catered to over 4 million passengers with significant connections to international destinations including Frankfurt, Barcelona, and London, and domestic routes like Rome and Naples. The airport hosts a mix of European carriers, providing travellers with connectivity suitable for both business and leisure, featuring mainline and budget airlines.

2nd Closest Airport

Name

Malpensa (Milan)

Connectivity Score

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

10

Driving Time

57min(s)

Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) is located near Milan, Italy, and is the second largest and busiest airport in the country. Handling 28.5 million passengers, the airport connects to around 195 destinations worldwide, serving as a major hub for EasyJet. Key routes include flights to New York, London, Dubai, and Istanbul, making it a significant international gateway. Notable for its effective connectivity with Milan’s city centre via the Malpensa Express, the airport caters extensively to travellers heading to diverse European, American, and Asian destinations.

3rd Closest Airport

Name

Linate (Milan)

Connectivity Score

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

7

Driving Time

69min(s)

Milan Linate Airport (LIN), situated in Segrate and Peschiera Borromeo in Lombardy, Italy, serves around 10.6 million passengers annually. It focuses on flights within Europe and the United Kingdom, serving as a hub for ITA Airways. The airport offers convenient connections to popular destinations such as Rome, Cagliari, and Paris, making it an accessible choice for travellers seeking direct European flights.

Closest Rail

Name

Stazione di Volpiano

Connectivity Score

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

7

Driving Time

2min(s)

Train service at Stazione di Volpiano provides a variety of connections primarily operated by Trenitalia. The following key points summarise the services available:

– **Rail Lines**: The station is served by the Turin – Milan line, facilitating travel between these major cities.
– **Key Destinations**: Direct trains connect Volpiano with Torino Porta Susa and Milano Centrale, among others.
– **Train Operators**: Primarily Trenitalia, with no information suggesting service by Italo.
– **Frequency of Departures**: There are trains departing hourly, ensuring relatively regular service throughout the day.
– **Types of Trains**: The station accommodates primarily regional trains, with no indication of high-speed train services stopping at this location.

Overall, while Volpiano is not a hub for high-speed travel, it offers reliable regional connections to significant urban centres in the region.

2nd Closest Rail

Name

Stazione di San Benigno Canavese

Connectivity Score

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

6

Driving Time

5min(s)

Train service at Stazione di San Benigno Canavese includes the SFM1 line, which is part of the Turin metropolitan railway service. The station primarily connects to Settimo Torinese and Pont Canavese, with regular departures to Turin as a key destination. The main operator is Trenitalia, providing both regional and metropolitan services. Departures are fairly frequent, with trains running approximately every 30 minutes. High-speed trains do not stop here, with the services exclusively on regional lines.

3rd Closest Rail

Name

Stazione di Brandizzo

Connectivity Score

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

6

Driving Time

11min(s)

Train service at Stazione di Brandizzo includes the following:

– **Rail Lines:** The station is served by the SFM2 line of the Turin metropolitan railway service, which connects to the main Turin-Novara line.

– **Key Destinations:** Direct trains from Brandizzo connect to Turin city centre and Chivasso.

– **Train Operators:** The primary operator serving this station is Trenitalia, which handles regional services.

– **Frequency of Departures:** Trains on the SFM2 line run frequently, with multiple departures throughout the day, typically every 30 minutes or so, particularly during peak hours.

– **Type of Services:** The station offers regional services primarily, without any high-speed trains stopping here.

Infrastructure & Amenities

Within 10km

Auto Repair Shops

107

Bars

75

Cafes

9

Cinemas

5

Dentists

17

Golf Courses

1

Gyms

19

Health Clinics

51

Hiking Trails

9

Historical Sites

109

Libraries

1

Museums

13

Parks

26

Pharmacies

11

Restaurants

241

Shopping Centres

46

Supermarkets

118

Spas

165

Beach

Name

Zona Canottieri Chalet

Driving Distance

21mins

Water Quality Rating

4 - Poor

Mountain Resort

Name

Balme di Lanzo

Driving Distance

37mins

Healthcare

Healthcare Score

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

82

Nearest Hospital Name

Civico Chivasso-Pronto Soccors

Drive Time to Nearest Hospital

17 minutes

Hospitals and Clinics Within 10km

8

Local Public Healthcare Provider

TO4

Healthcare Quality Description

In this area of Piemonte, the local healthcare system demonstrates a strong overall performance in Italy, especially in hospital care. Emergency cardiac interventions are efficiently handled, reflecting a prompt and effective service. Post-operative stays are notably brief, indicating streamlined procedures. While it excels in readmission prevention after heart attacks, there is significant room for improvement in heart failure cases and breast cancer operations utilising minimally invasive techniques. Attention to these areas could enhance its standing further. General management of bone fractures is adequate, though not exemplary. Expats and retirees seeking comprehensive care will find hospital services commendable.

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.

28

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.

1

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.

105.963

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

1067

Median

1309

Third Quartile

1989

Connectivity & Digital Access

Walkability Description

Very Walkable

Avg Download Speed (Mbps)

125

Fast Download Speed (Mbps)

170

Slow Download Speed (Mbps)

58

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.

Above Average (51st-60th percentile)

Sunshine

Average (41st-50th percentile)

Snowfall

Somewhat High (61st-70th percentile)

Min Annual Temperature (°C)

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

-1.1

Max Annual Temperature (°C)

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

27.9

Climate Description

Volpiano, nestled in Italy, experiences a varied climate marked by a temperate influence. Sunshine graces the town generously, ensuring that dwellers enjoy bright days most of the year. Winters, while typically mild, can briefly dip to colder temperatures, and snowfall is occasional but manageable, creating scenic winter landscapes that seldom inhibit daily activities. The warmth peaks in summer with comfortable warmth rather than oppressive heat, making Volpiano an ideal retreat for those seeking to avoid harsh extremes. Overall, the climate is characterized by its moderate rainfall, ensuring lush green surroundings and ample water supply without the propensity for severe weather disruptions.

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.

Fair

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.

Moderate

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.

88

Air Quality Description

Volpiano, a charming town in Italy, presents an air quality that while being generally conducive to outdoor activities, indicates a need for some caution regarding particulate matter. The presence of PM2.5 is moderate, suggesting that individuals with respiratory sensitivities should take precautionary measures during certain periods. However, the levels of nitrogen and sulfur dioxide are commendably low, reflecting positively on the general atmospheric clarity and breathing comfort. Ozone and PM10 levels, though rated as fair, seldom detract from the overall quality of life. Retirees and expats considering Volpiano will find these conditions largely favorable, but may wish to stay informed about daily air quality indices.

Volpiano, a charming town in Italy, presents an air quality that while being generally conducive to outdoor activities, indicates a need for some caution regarding particulate matter. The presence of PM2.5 is moderate, suggesting that individuals with respiratory sensitivities should take precautionary measures during certain periods. However, the levels of nitrogen and sulfur dioxide are commendably low, reflecting positively on the general atmospheric clarity and breathing comfort. Ozone and PM10 levels, though rated as fair, seldom detract from the overall quality of life. Retirees and expats considering Volpiano will find these conditions largely favorable, but may wish to stay informed about daily air quality indices.

Town Descriptions

Getting There

Volpiano is well-connected, situated near the A pockets and A5 motorways, ensuring access to significant urban centers. The town benefits from its proximity to Torino Airport and Malpensa International Airport, alongside two train stations offering reasonable connectivity scores, contributing to its overall infrastructure rating.

Getting Around

Local Cuisine

Volpiano, located in the Piemonte region of Italy, presents a culinary scene rich in traditional cuisine characterized by local dishes such as Vitello Tonnato—thinly sliced veal topped with a creamy tuna sauce—and Bagna Cauda, a warm dip made from anchovies and garlic served with seasonal vegetables. The regional focus on high-quality ingredients extends to pasta specialties like Agnolotti del Plin and hearty preparations of meats and truffles, each delivering authentic Piemonte flavors.

The dining landscape in Volpiano showcases a variety of establishments, including local trattorias and more contemporary bistròs, often reflecting the Mediterranean influence. While there may be traditional Italian eateries emphasizing local fare, there is also a sprinkling of international cuisine options, catering to diverse palates. However, it is important to note that Volpiano does not currently feature any Michelin-starred restaurants, even though it is geographically close to areas teeming with celebrated Michelin establishments in broader Piemonte.

In summary, Volpiano offers a blend of traditional Piemonte flavors along with a selection of dining options that display some international influences, albeit modest in scope. The culinary ethos here remains rooted in the vibrant and rich culinary heritage of the region.

Shopping Overview

The area provides diverse shopping options including supermarkets for everyday groceries and dedicated shopping centres for a broader retail experience. Key venues include an outlet village featuring numerous international brands, catering to fashion and lifestyle needs. Additionally, there are local markets and smaller boutiques offering unique local products, enriching the shopping landscape. Thus, both everyday necessities and leisure shopping are conveniently accessible for residents and visitors alike.

Neighborhoods

Green Areas and Parks

Volpiano, located in Piemonte, offers several outdoor activities suitable for expats and retirees. The Vauda Park provides accessible trails for both hiking and Nordic walking. Notable routes include the Volpiano Vauda trail, a 5.46-mile path with mild elevation, ideal for leisurely walks. Another option is the “In cammino tra le Cascine di Volpiano,” covering 5.64 miles and offering a scenic view of local farms. These trails, characterized by their gentle terrain, cater to all fitness levels. Parks like these facilitate a tranquil experience amid Piemonte’s natural landscape.

✅ Pros

– High-quality healthcare services available for residents.
– Excellent air quality contributes to overall well-being.
– Low unemployment rate fosters economic stability and job opportunities.
– Well-developed infrastructure supports daily commuting and travel.
– Mild climate ideal for outdoor activities and lifestyle.
– Rich cultural and historical backdrop enhances community life.
– Integration opportunities for expats and retirees are plentiful.
– Close-knit community offers a welcoming atmosphere for newcomers.
– Non-touristy environment allows for authentic local experiences.
– Reliable internet connectivity supports remote work and leisure.

❌ Cons

– Limited nightlife options may disappoint party enthusiasts.
– Public transport could be less frequent and less extensive.
– Smaller town means fewer shopping and dining choices.
– Language barrier may challenge non-Italian speakers initially.
– Seasonal weather can be unpredictable; pack for surprises!
– Lack of major tourist attractions may feel too quiet.
– Limited cultural events may not satisfy all interests.
– Local bureaucracy can be frustratingly slow and confusing.
– Expat community may feel too small for some preferences.
– Nearby cities may be more appealing for active lifestyles.

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