Living in Aalter: a portrait
Aalter is a municipality in Flandre orientale in Flanders, with 21,400 residents spread across 82.7 km2.
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Urban profile
Aalter is a medium-sized city with comprehensive urban services, good transport connectivity, and varied neighbourhoods. It offers hospitals, shopping centres, cultural and sporting facilities, and a diversified job market. This intermediate size provides the best compromise between urban dynamism and quality of life.
Settling in Flanders
Flanders, the economically dynamic region in northern Belgium, benefits from reduced registration fees of just 3%, a significant fiscal advantage for buyers. The region stands out for its strong economic fabric, quality infrastructure, and robust job market. Flemish culture values quality of life, cycling as a mode of transport, and well-maintained public spaces. The Flemish property market is generally more expensive than Wallonia but offers high liquidity.
Getting around Aalter
Aalter scores 50/100 for public transport. The walkability score is 66/100. Public transport access is adequate but could be improved.
Schools and services
The schools score is 74/100. Accessibility to shops and services reaches 76/100.
Green spaces and quality of life
With a green score of 68/100, Aalter has satisfactory green spaces.
Safety
The crime rate is around the national average, with 75.5 offences per 1,000 residents. Safety score: 10/100.
Cost of living
The median house purchase price is EUR 260,973, or EUR 1,864 per sqm.Estimate your budget with our mortgage simulator.
Daily life in Aalter
Access to shops and services (76/100) makes daily life convenient without excessive travel. Use our notary fees calculator to plan your move.
Family life
The school access score of 74/100 reflects a quality educational offering. Abundant green spaces (68/100) provide playgrounds and walking areas for children.
Population profile
Neighboring municipalities
- Zele — 21,501 residents, overall score 72/100
- Denderleeuw — 21,056 residents, overall score 51/100
- Erpe-Mere — 21,013 residents, overall score 66/100
- Eeklo — 22,401 residents, overall score 70/100
- Sint-Gillis-Waas — 20,144 residents, overall score 45/100
Is Aalter a good municipality for families?
With a schools score of 74/100 and a green score of 68/100, Aalter is well-suited for families.
What is the overall score of Aalter?
Aalter has an overall score of 67/100, combining transport, schools, shops, green spaces, and safety.
What is the cost of living in Aalter?
The median income is N/A per year and the median house price is EUR 260,973.
What is public transport like in Aalter?
The transport score is 50/100 and walkability is 66/100. Car use is often complementary.