Living in Saint-Nicolas: a portrait
Saint-Nicolas is a municipality in Liege in Wallonia, with 24,491 residents spread across 6.0 km2. The population is experiencing moderate growth.
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Urban profile
Saint-Nicolas 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 Saint-Nicolas
Saint-Nicolas scores 49/100 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 73/100. Accessibility to shops and services reaches 60/100.
Green spaces and quality of life
With a green score of 63/100, Saint-Nicolas has satisfactory green spaces.
Safety
The crime rate is around the national average, with 68.4 offences per 1,000 residents. Safety score: 19/100.
Cost of living
The median declarable income in Saint-Nicolas is EUR 24,494 per year. The median house purchase price is EUR 197,521, or EUR 1,411 per sqm.
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Daily life in Saint-Nicolas
The ratio between the median house price and median income is 8.1x. This high ratio reflects tension between property prices and local incomes. Access to shops and services (60/100) makes daily life convenient without excessive travel. Use our notary fees calculator to plan your move.
Family life
With 23.1 % of residents under 17, Saint-Nicolas has a distinctly family-oriented profile. The school access score of 73/100 reflects a quality educational offering. Abundant green spaces (63/100) provide playgrounds and walking areas for children. The average household size (4.07 persons) confirms the presence of many families.
Population profile
- 0-17 years: 23.1 %
- 18-34 years: 20.5 %
- 35-64 years: 37.9 %
- 65+ years: 18.5 %
- Foreign residents: 18.9 %
- Households: 6,012
- Average household size: 4.07
Neighboring municipalities
- Grace-Hollogne — 23,261 residents, overall score 60/100
- Oupeye — 25,743 residents, overall score 62/100
- Huy — 21,706 residents, overall score 64/100
- Chaudfontaine — 20,600 residents, overall score 62/100
- Eupen — 20,093 residents, overall score 62/100
Is Saint-Nicolas a good municipality for families?
With a schools score of 73/100 and a green score of 63/100, Saint-Nicolas is well-suited for families.
What is the overall score of Saint-Nicolas?
Saint-Nicolas has an overall score of 63/100, combining transport, schools, shops, green spaces, and safety.
What is the cost of living in Saint-Nicolas?
The median income is EUR 24,494 per year and the median house price is EUR 197,521. The price-to-income ratio of 8.1x should be factored into your planning.
What is public transport like in Saint-Nicolas?
The transport score is 49/100 and walkability is 51/100. Car use is often complementary.