Living in Maasmechelen: a portrait
Maasmechelen is a municipality in Limbourg in Flanders, with 40,219 residents spread across 64.1 km2. The population is experiencing moderate growth.
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Urban profile
Maasmechelen 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 Maasmechelen
Maasmechelen scores 55/100 for public transport. The walkability score is 57/100. Public transport access is adequate but could be improved.
Schools and services
The schools score is 69/100. Accessibility to shops and services reaches 66/100.
Green spaces and quality of life
With a green score of 51/100, Maasmechelen has satisfactory green spaces.
Safety
The crime rate is around the national average, with 54.1 offences per 1,000 residents. Safety score: 48/100.
Cost of living
The median declarable income in Maasmechelen is EUR 28,169 per year. The median house purchase price is EUR 218,005, or EUR 1,557 per sqm.
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Daily life in Maasmechelen
The ratio between the median house price and median income is 7.7x. This ratio is around the Belgian average, indicating a balanced market. Access to shops and services (66/100) makes daily life convenient without excessive travel. Use our notary fees calculator to plan your move.
Family life
Under-17s represent 19.6 % of the population. The school access score of 69/100 reflects an adequate educational offering. The average household size (5.65 persons) confirms the presence of many families.
Population profile
- 0-17 years: 19.6 %
- 18-34 years: 19.5 %
- 35-64 years: 40.8 %
- 65+ years: 20.0 %
- Foreign residents: 21.3 %
- Households: 7,120
- Average household size: 5.65
Neighboring municipalities
- Sint-Truiden — 41,469 residents, overall score 69/100
- Heusden-Zolder — 35,017 residents, overall score 72/100
- Lommel — 34,913 residents, overall score 68/100
- Pelt — 34,433 residents, overall score 69/100
- Bilzen — 32,782 residents, overall score 69/100
Is Maasmechelen a good municipality for families?
With a schools score of 69/100 and a green score of 51/100, Maasmechelen offers an environment that should be evaluated based on your family priorities.
What is the overall score of Maasmechelen?
Maasmechelen has an overall score of 62/100, combining transport, schools, shops, green spaces, and safety.
What is the cost of living in Maasmechelen?
The median income is EUR 28,169 per year and the median house price is EUR 218,005. The price-to-income ratio of 7.7x should be factored into your planning.
What is public transport like in Maasmechelen?
The transport score is 55/100 and walkability is 57/100. Car use is often complementary.