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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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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
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
Bus stops (stops)4661 843
Households (households)66 380126 475

Population

Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

142 222

residents

Gatineau

291 040

residents

Area

Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

16.4km²

square kilometres

Gatineau

341.8km²

square kilometres

Density

Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

8 651

residents per km²

Gatineau

851

residents per km²

Schools

Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

41

schools (MEQ)

Gatineau

83

schools (MEQ)

Primary schools

Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

23

primary schools

Gatineau

58

primary schools

Secondary schools

Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

10

secondary schools

Gatineau

12

secondary schools

Public schools

Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

33

public schools

Gatineau

77

public schools

Private schools

Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

8

private schools

Gatineau

6

private schools

CEGEPs

Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

12

CEGEPs and colleges

Gatineau

11

CEGEPs and colleges

Bus stops

Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

466

stops

Gatineau

1 843

stops

Households

Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

66 380

households

Gatineau

126 475

households

In short

The contrast is striking between the vastness of Gatineau, which covers an area about 20.8 times larger (representing 1979% more) than Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension, and the urban concentration of this Montreal borough. While Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension displays a density about 10.2 times higher (representing 916% more) with 8,651 residents per square kilometer compared to 851 in Gatineau, the choice lies between metropolitan energy and wide open spaces. Gatineau has about 2.1 times more residents (representing 105% more) with a population of 291,040 compared to 142,222 for the Montreal borough.

For which lifestyle?

Four lifestyles, who wins each.

Even split between Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension and Gatineau across 1 lifestyles.

For students

CEGEPs, universities, housing cost

Gatineau

Tight match-up

Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension

77

Gatineau

79

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 Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension vs Gatineau

Which living environment offers the best peace and quiet between the two?
Gatineau stands out for its low density of 851 residents per square kilometer, offering an airy and peaceful setting. Conversely, Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension offers a highly animated urban atmosphere with its 8,651 residents per square kilometer.
What is the offering for young families with primary school-aged children?
Gatineau offers 58 primary schools, which is about 2.5 times more (representing 152% more) than Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension which has 23. The Montreal borough compensates with a great local offering of 8 private schools compared to 6 in Gatineau.
How do the public transit networks compare?
Gatineau has 1,843 bus stops, which is about 4 times more (representing 295% more) than Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension which has 466. The Gatineau network covers a vast territory, while the Montreal network relies on high concentration and metro access.
Which area is best suited for a student profile?
Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension wins with its 12 CEGEPs compared to 11 in Gatineau, offering a highly dynamic and accessible study environment. Its high density promotes an active student life and quick travel without a car.
What is the household structure in these two areas?
Gatineau has 126,475 households, offering numerous residential options suitable for families. Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension contains 66,380 households in a dense urban space sought after by single people and couples.