Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension vs Gatineau


Comparison
The same numbers,
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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.
| Indicator | Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension | Gatineau |
|---|---|---|
| Population (residents) | 142 222 | 291 040 |
| Area (square kilometres) | 16,4 km² | 341,8 km² |
| Density (residents per km²) | 8 651 | 851 |
| Households (households) | 66 380 | 126 475 |
| Bus stops (stops) | 466 | 1 843 |
| Schools (schools (MEQ)) | 41 | 83 |
| Primary schools (primary schools) | 23 | 58 |
| Secondary schools (secondary schools) | 10 | 12 |
| Public schools (public schools) | 33 | 77 |
| Private schools (private schools) | 8 | 6 |
| CEGEPs (CEGEPs and colleges) | 12 | 11 |
In short
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.
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