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LaSalle vs Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

LaSalle

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Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

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Comparison

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Across 14 public indicators, here's how LaSalle and Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension stack up. LaSalle shows 74,276 residents on population versus 142,222 residents for Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension. LaSalle holds 25.2 km² on area, 16.4 km² for Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension. LaSalle pulls ahead with 2,953 residents per km² on density (8,651 residents per km² for Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension). Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension takes the edge on density (2.9× more), while LaSalle stands out on area (53% more).

Comparison of LaSalle and Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension on 14 public indicators
IndicatorLaSalleVilleray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension
Population (residents)74 276142 222
Area (square kilometres)25,2 km²16,4 km²
Density (residents per km²)2 9538 651
Schools (schools (MEQ))2241
Primary schools (primary schools)1623
Secondary schools (secondary schools)410
Public schools (public schools)2133
Private schools (private schools)18
CEGEPs (CEGEPs and colleges)412
Bus stops (stops)386466
Train stations (commuter rail stations)11
Renters (of households)60,7 %72,4 %
Households (households)35 77066 380
Safety incidents (per year (SPVM, 24-month window))6721 692

Population

LaSalle

74 276

residents

Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

142 222

residents

Area

LaSalle

25.2km²

square kilometres

Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

16.4km²

square kilometres

Density

LaSalle

2 953

residents per km²

Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

8 651

residents per km²

Schools

LaSalle

22

schools (MEQ)

Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

41

schools (MEQ)

Primary schools

LaSalle

16

primary schools

Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

23

primary schools

Secondary schools

LaSalle

4

secondary schools

Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

10

secondary schools

Public schools

LaSalle

21

public schools

Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

33

public schools

Private schools

LaSalle

1

private schools

Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

8

private schools

CEGEPs

LaSalle

4

CEGEPs and colleges

Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

12

CEGEPs and colleges

Bus stops

LaSalle

386

stops

Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

466

stops

Train stations

LaSalle

1

commuter rail stations

Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

1

commuter rail stations

Renters

LaSalle

61%

of households

Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

72%

of households

Households

LaSalle

35 770

households

Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

66 380

households

Safety incidents

LaSalle

672

per year (SPVM, 24-month window)

Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

1 692

per year (SPVM, 24-month window)

In short

Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension stands out with a density about 2.9 times higher (193% more) than LaSalle, fostering a vibrant and walkable neighborhood life. With its population of 142,222, which is 91% more than LaSalle and its 74,276 residents, this borough offers a rich educational landscape including 8 private schools, which is about 8 times more (700% more) than LaSalle. Meanwhile, LaSalle spreads over 25.2 km², offering a more spacious and quiet environment.

For which lifestyle?

Four lifestyles, who wins each.

Even split between LaSalle and Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension across 4 lifestyles.

For families

Schools, daycares, parks

LaSalle

Slight edge

LaSalle

65

Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

56

For remote work

Greenery, quietness, walkability

LaSalle

Clear edge

LaSalle

64

Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

36

For neighbourhood life

Heritage, transit, culture

Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

Slight edge

LaSalle

49

Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

63

For students

CEGEPs, universities, housing cost

Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

Clear edge

LaSalle

52

Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

77

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 Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

Which borough is best for a vibrant, car-free neighborhood life?
Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension is ideal with its density of 8,651 people per km² and 466 bus stops. LaSalle, with a density of 2,953 people per km², is better suited for those seeking quietness and space.
How do the educational options compare between the two areas?
Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension has 41 schools in total, including 10 secondary schools, which is about 2.5 times more (150% more) than LaSalle with 4. For higher education, VSMPE offers 12 CEGEPs compared to 4 in LaSalle, which is about 3 times more (200% more).
Which sector offers the quietest environment for families?
LaSalle is ideal for young families and remote work thanks to its peaceful atmosphere and only 674 safety incidents. Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension records 1,687 safety incidents, which is about 2.5 times more (150% more) than LaSalle.
Is it easy to find a rental property in these boroughs?
Renters make up the majority in both areas, representing 72.4% of households in Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension and 60.7% in LaSalle. The rental market is larger in VSMPE which counts 66,380 households, compared to 35,770 households in LaSalle.
What about access to public transit?
Both territories offer equal train access with 1 station each. Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension provides a denser local network with 466 bus stops compared to 386 in LaSalle.