Living in Rhode-Saint-Genese: a portrait
Rhode-Saint-Genese is a municipality in Brabant flamand in Flanders, with 25,970 residents spread across 22.4 km2. The population is experiencing moderate growth.
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Urban profile
Rhode-Saint-Genese 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 Rhode-Saint-Genese
Rhode-Saint-Genese scores 31/100 for public transport. The walkability score is 43/100. A car is often necessary for daily commuting.
Schools and services
The schools score is 64/100. Accessibility to shops and services reaches 34/100.
Green spaces and quality of life
With a green score of 79/100, Rhode-Saint-Genese offers a leafy environment with numerous natural spaces.
Safety
The crime rate is below the national average, reflecting a peaceful living environment, with 33.7 offences per 1,000 residents. Safety score: 88/100.
Cost of living
The median declarable income in Rhode-Saint-Genese is EUR 34,973 per year. The median house purchase price is EUR 333,889, or EUR 2,385 per sqm.
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Daily life in Rhode-Saint-Genese
The ratio between the median house price and median income is 9.5x. This high ratio reflects tension between property prices and local incomes. Access to shops and services (34/100) may require regular trips to neighbouring municipalities. Use our notary fees calculator to plan your move.
Family life
With 21.8 % of residents under 17, Rhode-Saint-Genese has a distinctly family-oriented profile. The school access score of 64/100 reflects an adequate educational offering. Abundant green spaces (79/100) provide playgrounds and walking areas for children. The average household size (6.76 persons) confirms the presence of many families.
Population profile
- 0-17 years: 21.8 %
- 18-34 years: 17.5 %
- 35-64 years: 40.3 %
- 65+ years: 20.3 %
- Foreign residents: 16.9 %
- Households: 3,843
- Average household size: 6.76
Neighboring municipalities
- Overijse — 25,500 residents, overall score 70/100
- Beersel — 26,505 residents, overall score 72/100
- Diest — 24,971 residents, overall score 65/100
- Scherpenheuvel-Zichem — 24,001 residents, overall score 66/100
- Zemst — 23,401 residents, overall score 66/100
Is Rhode-Saint-Genese a good municipality for families?
With a schools score of 64/100 and a green score of 79/100, Rhode-Saint-Genese is well-suited for families.
What is the overall score of Rhode-Saint-Genese?
Rhode-Saint-Genese has an overall score of 54/100, combining transport, schools, shops, green spaces, and safety.
What is the cost of living in Rhode-Saint-Genese?
The median income is EUR 34,973 per year and the median house price is EUR 333,889. The price-to-income ratio of 9.5x should be factored into your planning.
What is public transport like in Rhode-Saint-Genese?
The transport score is 31/100 and walkability is 43/100. Car use is often complementary.