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Lachine vs Gatineau

Lachine

Montréal

Lachine

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Gatineau

Province du Québec

Gatineau

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Comparison

The same numbers,
side by side.

Gatineau leads on 6 of the 6 dimensions compared. Reading across 11 comparable indicators between Lachine and Gatineau. Lachine records 41,616 residents on population, against 291,040 residents in Gatineau; Lachine shows 22.5 km² on area versus 341.8 km² for Gatineau; Lachine holds 1,848 residents per km² on density, 851 residents per km² for Gatineau. On area, Gatineau counts 15.2× more than Lachine; on density, Lachine leads by 2.2× more.

Comparison of Lachine and Gatineau on 11 public indicators
IndicatorLachineGatineau
Population (residents)41 616291 040
Area (square kilometres)22,5 km²341,8 km²
Density (residents per km²)1 848851
Households (households)20 930126 475
Bus stops (stops)2741 843
Schools (schools (MEQ))1383
Primary schools (primary schools)958
Secondary schools (secondary schools)312
Public schools (public schools)1277
Private schools (private schools)16
CEGEPs (CEGEPs and colleges)211

In short

The most striking difference lies in physical space, as Gatineau boasts an area of 341.8 km², which is about 15.2 times more (1418% more) than Lachine's 22.5 km². This vast territory allows the Outaouais city to host a population of 291,040 residents compared to 41,616 for the Montreal borough. Lachine compensates for its size with an urban density of 1,848 residents per km², offering a close-knit waterfront neighborhood life, while Gatineau deploys a vast network of 1,843 bus stops for its community.

For which lifestyle?

Four ways to live here.

Gatineau 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 Lachine vs Gatineau

What is the difference in density between Lachine and Gatineau?
Lachine is more densely populated with 1,848 residents per km², compared to 851 for Gatineau. The Montreal borough offers a more concentrated urban feel, while the Outaouais city provides vast open spaces.
Which option offers the best choice of schools for families?
Gatineau has 83 schools in total, which is about 6.4 times more (538% more) than Lachine with 13. This includes 58 primary schools and 12 secondary schools in Gatineau, offering an extensive range of educational options.
How do their public transit networks compare?
Gatineau offers an extensive network with 1,843 bus stops, which is about 6.7 times more (573% more) than Lachine with 274. Lachine compensates for its smaller number of stops through its high density and proximity to Montreal's central transit system.
Which destination is better suited for students?
Gatineau holds a clear advantage for students with 11 CEGEPs and a complete university offering, compared to 2 CEGEPs in Lachine. The city of Gatineau provides a dynamic student environment on a major city scale.
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