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Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension vs Gatineau

Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

Montréal

Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

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Gatineau

Province du Québec

Gatineau

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Comparison

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Gatineau leads on 5 of the 6 dimensions compared. Reading across 11 comparable indicators between Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension and Gatineau. Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension records 142,222 residents on population, against 291,040 residents in Gatineau; on area, Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension reaches 16.4 km² while Gatineau sits at 341.8 km²; 8,651 residents per km² on density in Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension, 851 residents per km² in Gatineau. Gatineau has 20.8× more area than Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension, but Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension catches up in density with 10.2× more.

Comparison of Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension and Gatineau on 11 public indicators
IndicatorVilleray-Saint-Michel-Parc-ExtensionGatineau
Population (residents)142 222291 040
Area (square kilometres)16,4 km²341,8 km²
Density (residents per km²)8 651851
Households (households)66 380126 475
Bus stops (stops)4661 843
Schools (schools (MEQ))4183
Primary schools (primary schools)2358
Secondary schools (secondary schools)1012
Public schools (public schools)3377
Private schools (private schools)86
CEGEPs (CEGEPs and colleges)1211

In short

The vastness of Gatineau, which has about 20.8 times more area (or 1979% more) than Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension with its 341.8 km², contrasts sharply with the urban concentration of the Montreal borough. The latter compensates for its limited territory of 16.4 km² with an exceptional density of 8,651 inhabitants per km², about 10.2 times more (916% more) than the Outaouais city. Gatineau spreads its services over a large territory to accommodate its population of 291,040, while Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension groups its 142,222 residents in a tight-knit and dynamic neighborhood atmosphere.

For which lifestyle?

Four ways to live here.

Even split between Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension and Gatineau across 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 Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension vs Gatineau

How do the public transit networks compare?
Gatineau offers an extensive network with 1,843 bus stops, which is about 4 times more (295% more) than Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension and its 466 stops. The Montreal borough relies on proximity and quick access to the metro to facilitate daily commutes.
What is the school offering for families in these two areas?
Gatineau has 83 schools in total, including 58 primary schools, representing about 2.5 times more (152% more) primary establishments than Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension and its 23 primary schools. For private education, the Montreal borough has the advantage with 8 schools compared to 6 in Gatineau.
Which choice is best suited for a student path?
Gatineau offers an advantageous student profile supported by its university infrastructure and 11 CEGEPs. Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension holds its own with 12 CEGEPs and its immediate proximity to major Montreal universities.
I am looking for a spacious living environment, which should I choose?
Gatineau is the ideal option with a density of only 851 inhabitants per km² and its vast green spaces. Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension, with its density of 8,651 inhabitants per km², is better suited for fans of lively urban life where everything is within walking distance.