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Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve vs Longueuil

Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

Montréal

Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

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Longueuil

Province du Québec

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Comparison

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Longueuil leads on 6 of the 7 dimensions compared. 12 public indicators set Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve apart from Longueuil. on population, Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve reaches 131,483 residents while Longueuil sits at 254,480 residents. 27.4 km² on area in Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve, 115.8 km² in Longueuil. Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve pulls ahead with 4,807 residents per km² on density (2,198 residents per km² for Longueuil). The difference shows mostly on area, where Longueuil leads by 4.2× more, and on density, where Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve regains 2.2× more.

Comparison of Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve and Longueuil on 12 public indicators
IndicatorMercier-Hochelaga-MaisonneuveLongueuil
Population (residents)131 483254 480
Area (square kilometres)27,4 km²115,8 km²
Density (residents per km²)4 8072 198
Households (households)69 570113 085
Metro stations (stations)91
Bus stops (stops)5291 805
Schools (schools (MEQ))3271
Primary schools (primary schools)2153
Secondary schools (secondary schools)810
Public schools (public schools)3065
Private schools (private schools)26
CEGEPs (CEGEPs and colleges)817

In short

Rapid transit defines the main difference between these two areas, as Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve features 9 metro stations, which is about 9 times more (800% more) than Longueuil's single station. On the other hand, the South Shore city spans an area of 115.8 km², representing about 4.2 times more (323% more) than the 27.4 km² found in the Montreal borough. This vast territory allows Longueuil to provide a highly developed academic environment with 17 CEGEPs, compared to the 8 institutions located in Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve.

For which lifestyle?

Four ways to live here.

Longueuil 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 Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve vs Longueuil

Which area is best for a dense, lively urban lifestyle?
Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve is ideal with its density of 4,807 inhabitants per km², compared to 2,198 inhabitants per km² for Longueuil. This concentration fosters a dynamic neighborhood life within walking distance of local shops.
What is the best choice for my children's education?
Longueuil offers 71 schools in total compared to 32 for Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve, which is about 2.2 times more (122% more). The South Shore city also provides 53 primary schools, which is about 2.5 times more (152% more) than the Montreal borough's 21.
How do public transit options compare?
Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve stands out with its 9 metro stations for quick travel to downtown. Longueuil compensates for its single metro station with a vast local network of 1,805 bus stops, which is about 3.4 times more (241% more) than the 529 stops in the borough.
Which territory offers the best opportunities for students?
Longueuil holds an advantage for the student profile thanks to a rich higher education offering of 17 CEGEPs, compared to 8 in Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve.
What is the difference in size and population between these two areas?
Longueuil is a large city of 254,480 residents with 113,085 households, representing 122,997 more residents and 43,515 more households than Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve, which has 131,483 inhabitants and 69,570 households.