Living in Sint-Katelijne-Waver: a portrait
Sint-Katelijne-Waver is a municipality in Anvers in Flanders, with 21,200 residents spread across 30.2 km2.
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Urban profile
Sint-Katelijne-Waver 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 Sint-Katelijne-Waver
Sint-Katelijne-Waver scores 59/100 for public transport. The walkability score is 72/100. Public transport access is adequate but could be improved.
Schools and services
The schools score is 72/100. Accessibility to shops and services reaches 75/100.
Green spaces and quality of life
With a green score of 68/100, Sint-Katelijne-Waver has satisfactory green spaces.
Safety
The crime rate is around the national average, with 70.8 offences per 1,000 residents. Safety score: 16/100.
Cost of living
The median house purchase price is EUR 345,853, or EUR 2,470 per sqm.Estimate your budget with our mortgage simulator.
Daily life in Sint-Katelijne-Waver
Access to shops and services (75/100) makes daily life convenient without excessive travel. Use our notary fees calculator to plan your move.
Family life
The school access score of 72/100 reflects a quality educational offering. Abundant green spaces (68/100) provide playgrounds and walking areas for children.
Population profile
Neighboring municipalities
- Kontich — 21,693 residents, overall score 69/100
- Willebroek — 21,792 residents, overall score 70/100
- Wuustwezel — 21,794 residents, overall score 68/100
- Bornem — 22,076 residents, overall score 70/100
- Schilde — 20,319 residents, overall score 66/100
Is Sint-Katelijne-Waver a good municipality for families?
With a schools score of 72/100 and a green score of 68/100, Sint-Katelijne-Waver is well-suited for families.
What is the overall score of Sint-Katelijne-Waver?
Sint-Katelijne-Waver has an overall score of 71/100, combining transport, schools, shops, green spaces, and safety.
What is the cost of living in Sint-Katelijne-Waver?
The median income is N/A per year and the median house price is EUR 345,853.
What is public transport like in Sint-Katelijne-Waver?
The transport score is 59/100 and walkability is 72/100. Car use is often complementary.