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LaSalle vs Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

LaSalle

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Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

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Comparison

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LaSalle and Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve share 13 comparable indicators. 74,276 residents on population in LaSalle, 131,483 residents in Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve; on area, LaSalle reaches 25.2 km² while Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve sits at 27.4 km²; LaSalle records 2,953 residents per km² on density, against 4,807 residents per km² in Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve. population: Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve ahead by 77% more.

Comparison of LaSalle and Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve on 13 public indicators
IndicatorLaSalleMercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve
Population (residents)74 276131 483
Area (square kilometres)25,2 km²27,4 km²
Density (residents per km²)2 9534 807
Schools (schools (MEQ))2232
Primary schools (primary schools)1621
Secondary schools (secondary schools)48
Public schools (public schools)2130
Private schools (private schools)12
CEGEPs (CEGEPs and colleges)48
Bus stops (stops)386529
Renters (of households)60,7 %65,8 %
Households (households)35 77069 570
Safety incidents (per year (SPVM, 24-month window))6722 114

Population

LaSalle

74 276

residents

Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

131 483

residents

Area

LaSalle

25.2km²

square kilometres

Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

27.4km²

square kilometres

Density

LaSalle

2 953

residents per km²

Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

4 807

residents per km²

Schools

LaSalle

22

schools (MEQ)

Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

32

schools (MEQ)

Primary schools

LaSalle

16

primary schools

Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

21

primary schools

Secondary schools

LaSalle

4

secondary schools

Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

8

secondary schools

Public schools

LaSalle

21

public schools

Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

30

public schools

Private schools

LaSalle

1

private schools

Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

2

private schools

CEGEPs

LaSalle

4

CEGEPs and colleges

Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

8

CEGEPs and colleges

Bus stops

LaSalle

386

stops

Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

529

stops

Renters

LaSalle

61%

of households

Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

66%

of households

Households

LaSalle

35 770

households

Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

69 570

households

Safety incidents

LaSalle

672

per year (SPVM, 24-month window)

Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

2 114

per year (SPVM, 24-month window)

In short

Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve records about 3.2 times more (or 219% more) safety incidents than LaSalle, with 2,149 incidents compared to 674. This gap marks the difference in pace between these two areas, LaSalle proving quiet and suitable for remote work with 74,276 residents, while Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve has a population of 131,483 residents (or 77% more than LaSalle). This contrast translates into a dynamic and walkable neighborhood life in the east, compared to a serene setting ideal for young families in the west.

For which lifestyle?

Four lifestyles, who wins each.

Even split between LaSalle and Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve across 4 lifestyles.

For families

Schools, daycares, parks

LaSalle

Dominant edge

LaSalle

65

Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

28

For remote work

Greenery, quietness, walkability

LaSalle

Slight edge

LaSalle

64

Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

52

For neighbourhood life

Heritage, transit, culture

Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

Clear edge

LaSalle

49

Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

66

For students

CEGEPs, universities, housing cost

Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

Slight edge

LaSalle

52

Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

66

About the scores. 0 to 100 per lifestyle, computed from public indicators (schools, safety, transit, environment, etc.) across all boroughs and cities covered by Explore Ma Ville.

Questions

Questions about LaSalle vs Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

Which borough offers the most peaceful atmosphere between the two?
LaSalle offers a quiet setting with a density of 2,953 residents per km² compared to 4,807 for Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve. It is the recommended sector for remote work and tranquility.
How does the school offer compare for children and students?
Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve has 32 schools compared to 22 in LaSalle. The eastern borough has about 2 times more (or 100% more) secondary schools (8 compared to 4) and CEGEPs (8 compared to 4), which favors the student profile.
Which area is best suited for a young family?
LaSalle gets the advantage for the young family profile thanks to its serene atmosphere and 16 primary schools. Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve has 21 primary schools but presents a much denser urban pace.
How is daily travel organized using public transit?
Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve has 529 bus stops to facilitate walkable neighborhood life. LaSalle offers 386 bus stops, which requires different planning for commutes.
What is the housing and household situation?
Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve has 69,570 households (or 94% more than LaSalle which has 35,770). The proportion of renters reaches 65.8% compared to 60.7% in LaSalle.
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