Saint-Laurent vs Sainte-Foy–Sillery–Cap-Rouge


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Sainte-Foy–Sillery–Cap-Rouge leads on 5 of the 7 dimensions compared. Across 11 public indicators, here's how Saint-Laurent and Sainte-Foy–Sillery–Cap-Rouge stack up. Saint-Laurent shows 93,842 residents on population versus 107,657 residents for Sainte-Foy–Sillery–Cap-Rouge. Saint-Laurent holds 43 km² on area, 96.7 km² for Sainte-Foy–Sillery–Cap-Rouge. Saint-Laurent pulls ahead with 2,184 residents per km² on density (1,113 residents per km² for Sainte-Foy–Sillery–Cap-Rouge). Sainte-Foy–Sillery–Cap-Rouge takes the edge on area (2.3× more), while Saint-Laurent stands out on density (96% more).
| Indicator | Saint-Laurent | Sainte-Foy–Sillery–Cap-Rouge |
|---|---|---|
| Population (residents) | 93 842 | 107 657 |
| Area (square kilometres) | 43 km² | 96,7 km² |
| Density (residents per km²) | 2 184 | 1 113 |
| Public trees (maintained public trees) | 32 | 34 636 |
| Bus stops (stops) | 792 | 877 |
| Schools (schools (MEQ)) | 30 | 27 |
| Primary schools (primary schools) | 17 | 15 |
| Secondary schools (secondary schools) | 2 | 3 |
| Public schools (public schools) | 19 | 20 |
| Private schools (private schools) | 11 | 7 |
| CEGEPs (CEGEPs and colleges) | 4 | 7 |
In short
The most striking difference between these two areas lies in their urban canopy, with Sainte-Foy-Sillery-Cap-Rouge counting 34,636 public trees, which is about 1,082.4 times more (or 108,138% more) than Saint-Laurent with only 32. Saint-Laurent stands out with a population density that is 96% higher (2,184 residents per km² compared to 1,113), creating a dynamic urban atmosphere on a more concentrated area of 43 km². On its side, Sainte-Foy-Sillery-Cap-Rouge covers 96.7 km², which is about 2.3 times more (or 125% more) than its Montreal counterpart, offering a more spacious environment for its 107,657 residents compared to the 93,842 inhabitants of Saint-Laurent.
Questions
Questions about Saint-Laurent vs Sainte-Foy–Sillery–Cap-Rouge
- Which area offers a more peaceful and spacious atmosphere?
- Sainte-Foy-Sillery-Cap-Rouge provides a larger setting with a density of 1,113 residents per km² compared to 2,184 for Saint-Laurent. Its area of 96.7 km² allows for wide-open green spaces.
- How does the school offer compare between the two boroughs?
- Saint-Laurent has a slight advantage with 30 total schools compared to 27 for Sainte-Foy-Sillery-Cap-Rouge. Saint-Laurent counts 17 primary schools and leads for private schools with 11 institutions compared to 7, representing a 57% difference.
- What are the options for higher education?
- Sainte-Foy-Sillery-Cap-Rouge is a major student hub with 7 CEGEPs, which is 40% more than Saint-Laurent which hosts 5.
- Is it easy to commute using public transit in these areas?
- Both networks are highly developed, but Sainte-Foy-Sillery-Cap-Rouge offers a slightly denser grid with 877 bus stops compared to 792 for Saint-Laurent, representing a difference of 85 stops.
- What choices are available for families with high school teenagers?
- Sainte-Foy-Sillery-Cap-Rouge has 3 secondary schools, which is 50% more than Saint-Laurent which has 2.
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