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Le Sud-Ouest vs Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

Le Sud-Ouest

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Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

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Comparison

The same numbers,
side by side.

Le Sud-Ouest and Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension split the 18 dimensions (9 to 9). Reading across 30 comparable indicators between Le Sud-Ouest and Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension. 71,546 residents on population in Le Sud-Ouest, 142,222 residents in Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension; Le Sud-Ouest pulls ahead with 18.1 km² on area (16.4 km² for Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension); Le Sud-Ouest holds 3,962 residents per km² on density, 8,651 residents per km² for Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension. On density, Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension counts 2.2× more than Le Sud-Ouest.

Comparison of Le Sud-Ouest and Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension on 30 public indicators
IndicatorLe Sud-OuestVilleray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension
Population (residents)71 546142 222
Area (square kilometres)18,1 km²16,4 km²
Density (residents per km²)3 9628 651
Median housing costs ($/month (rent or mortgage))1 010840
Housing cost burden (of households (> 30% of income))22,3 %22,6 %
Single-family homes (of residential housing stock)8,6 %5,5 %
Homes needing major repairs (of residential housing stock)8,7 %9,9 %
Median year built ((median))2 0001 954
Homeowners (of households)34,8 %27,6 %
Renters (of households)65,2 %72,4 %
Households (households)43 63566 380
Households below poverty line (of the population (MBM))12 %14 %
Libraries (public libraries)32
Swimming pools (public pools)1110
Community centres (community centres)98
Heritage buildings (heritage-listed buildings)164
Tree canopy cover (of territory covered)20,2 %17,7 %
Public trees (maintained public trees)22 75527 335
Metro stations (stations)75
Bus stops (stops)319466
Pedestrian streets (km of pedestrian/shared streets)0,90,2
Schools (schools (MEQ))2241
Primary schools (primary schools)1323
Secondary schools (secondary schools)910
Public schools (public schools)2233
Private schools (private schools)08
Water play features (installations)58
Wading pools (wading pools)37
Households with children (households (children under 18))7 46015 210
Safety incidents (per year (SPVM, 24-month window))1 3501 701

In short

Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension stands out first for its vibrant population, counting 99% more residents than Le Sud-Ouest with 142,222 inhabitants compared to 71,546. This vitality translates into a population density that is about 2.2 times higher (or 118% more), whereas Le Sud-Ouest offers a more spacious setting along the Lachine Canal with a newer median construction year of 2,000. Choosing between these two Montreal areas comes down to seeking a bustling community and family life in the north, or a quieter pace of life suited for remote work in the southwest.

For which lifestyle?

Four ways to live here.

Even split between Le Sud-Ouest and Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension across 4 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 Le Sud-Ouest vs Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

Which borough is best suited for a young family?
Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension stands out with about 2 times more households with children (or 104% more), totaling 15,210 households compared to 7,460 in Le Sud-Ouest. Families there benefit from 41 schools and 7 wading pools to enjoy during summer.
How do housing costs and options compare between the two areas?
Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension offers more affordable median housing costs at 840 per month compared to 1,010 in Le Sud-Ouest. It also features a high proportion of renters at 72.4%, compared to 65.2% in Le Sud-Ouest.
Which sector offers better public transit accessibility?
Le Sud-Ouest has 7 metro stations compared to 5 for its rival, making walkable neighborhood life easier. Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension compensates with an excellent bus network featuring 466 stops compared to 319.
Where should I move to find a quiet setting suitable for remote work?
Le Sud-Ouest is ideal thanks to its lower density of 3,962 people per km² and a tree canopy cover of 20.2%. It also boasts a rich architectural history with 16 heritage buildings compared to only 4 in Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension.