Living in Rixensart: a portrait
Rixensart is a municipality in Brabant wallon in Wallonia, with 23,096 residents spread across 16.8 km2. The population is experiencing moderate growth.
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Urban profile
Rixensart 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 Wallonia
Wallonia, the French-speaking region in southern Belgium, attracts with its natural landscapes, spacious living, and more affordable property prices. Registration fees stand at 12.5%, but the lower purchase prices often compensate for this difference. The region offers attractive energy renovation subsidies and boasts a remarkable natural heritage spanning the Ardennes, the Meuse valleys, and the Hainaut countryside. The rise of remote working has strengthened the appeal of Walloon municipalities for Brussels commuters.
Getting around Rixensart
Rixensart scores 54/100 for public transport. The walkability score is 51/100. Public transport access is adequate but could be improved.
Schools and services
The schools score is 61/100. Accessibility to shops and services reaches 46/100.
Green spaces and quality of life
With a green score of 69/100, Rixensart has satisfactory green spaces.
Safety
The crime rate is around the national average, with 72.4 offences per 1,000 residents. Safety score: 13/100.
Cost of living
The median declarable income in Rixensart is EUR 33,224 per year. The median house purchase price is EUR 492,035, or EUR 3,515 per sqm.
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Daily life in Rixensart
The ratio between the median house price and median income is 14.8x. This high ratio reflects tension between property prices and local incomes. Access to shops and services (46/100) may require regular trips to neighbouring municipalities. Use our notary fees calculator to plan your move.
Family life
Under-17s represent 19.9 % of the population. The school access score of 61/100 reflects an adequate educational offering. Abundant green spaces (69/100) provide playgrounds and walking areas for children. The average household size (5.33 persons) confirms the presence of many families.
Population profile
- 0-17 years: 19.9 %
- 18-34 years: 17.6 %
- 35-64 years: 39.3 %
- 65+ years: 23.3 %
- Foreign residents: 11.7 %
- Households: 4,333
- Average household size: 5.33
Neighboring municipalities
- Tubize — 28,381 residents, overall score 63/100
- Nivelles — 29,070 residents, overall score 62/100
- Genappe — 16,068 residents, overall score 60/100
- Waterloo — 30,596 residents, overall score 62/100
- Jodoigne — 14,899 residents, overall score 44/100
Is Rixensart a good municipality for families?
With a schools score of 61/100 and a green score of 69/100, Rixensart is well-suited for families.
What is the overall score of Rixensart?
Rixensart has an overall score of 58/100, combining transport, schools, shops, green spaces, and safety.
What is the cost of living in Rixensart?
The median income is EUR 33,224 per year and the median house price is EUR 492,035. The price-to-income ratio of 14.8x should be factored into your planning.
What is public transport like in Rixensart?
The transport score is 54/100 and walkability is 51/100. Car use is often complementary.