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Anjou vs Laval

Anjou

Montréal

Anjou

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Laval

Province du Québec

Laval

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Comparison

The same numbers,
side by side.

Laval leads on 5 of the 5 dimensions compared. Across 10 public indicators, here's how Anjou and Laval stack up. on population, Anjou reaches 41,928 residents while Laval sits at 438,370 residents. 13.9 km² on area in Anjou, 246.1 km² in Laval. Anjou pulls ahead with 3,025 residents per km² on density (1,781 residents per km² for Laval). Laval takes the edge on area (17.8× more), while Anjou stands out on density (70% more).

Comparison of Anjou and Laval on 10 public indicators
IndicatorAnjouLaval
Population (residents)41 928438 370
Area (square kilometres)13,9 km²246,1 km²
Density (residents per km²)3 0251 781
Households (households)18 735169 785
Bus stops (stops)2652 785
Schools (schools (MEQ))10100
Primary schools (primary schools)873
Secondary schools (secondary schools)116
Public schools (public schools)990
Private schools (private schools)110

In short

Laval spans a vast territory with an area of 246.1 km², which is approximately 17.8 times more (1676% more) than the 13.9 km² of Anjou. This difference in scale translates to a much higher urban density in Anjou, which counts 3,025 residents per km² compared to 1,781 in Laval. While Anjou offers a compact and centralized living environment in the east of Montreal, Laval stands out as a large, diverse city home to 438,370 residents and 169,785 households.

For which lifestyle?

Four ways to live here.

Laval leads on 1 of 1 lifestyles.

Out of 100. The higher the number, the better the area fits that lifestyle. Computed from public indicators (schools, safety, transit, environment, etc.) across all boroughs and cities covered by Explore Ma Ville.

Questions

Questions about Anjou vs Laval

Which area offers a more urban and concentrated atmosphere?
Anjou has a density of 3,025 residents per km², which is higher than Laval's 1,781. This Montreal borough favors a close-knit lifestyle where daily travel is more compact.
How does the school offering compare between these two sectors?
Laval has a very extensive network with 100 schools in total, which is approximately 10 times more (900% more) than the 10 establishments in Anjou. For secondary education, Laval counts 16 schools compared to only 1 in Anjou, providing a much wider choice for families.
What is the accessibility of public transit in these areas?
Laval features 2,785 bus stops, which is approximately 10.5 times more (951% more) than the 265 stops in Anjou. This large number of stops is designed to cover the vast territory of the city of Laval.
Which destination is better suited for a student profile?
Laval holds the advantage for students due to its higher education infrastructure and its 10 private schools compared to only 1 in Anjou. The diversity of programs and the scale of the city create a dynamic environment for young adults.
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