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Castelldefels stands out for prosperity, jobs and connectivity; it is weaker on safety. A typical 70 m² rental costs about €896 a month (2024).
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Castelldefels stands out for prosperity, jobs and connectivity; it is weaker on safety. A typical 70 m² rental costs about €896 a month (2024).
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You will meet English speakers, mostly in the centre and at international employers. Shops, landlords and schools expect Spanish. Contracts, the town hall and most doctors work in Spanish or Catalan.
Catalan is an official language alongside Spanish. Expect it on signs, at the town hall and in state schools.
New leases cost about 26% more than what sitting tenants pay, so the averages you read understate what a newcomer will pay. Good flats go fast.
Summer nights stay warm, so sleep depends on a cooled bedroom. Check for air-conditioning before you sign.
People born abroad are in work less often than people born in Spain across Cataluña. Remote income or a job offer makes the move far easier.
Almost every home can get gigabit fibre, so working from home is not a gamble on the flat you pick.
Non-urgent surgery takes longer than in most of Spain (Cataluña-wide figure). Many residents add private health insurance.
Figures for Castelldefels itself, not its region. Each shows the period it covers.
Each card uses Castelldefels data only and compares it with similar cities. Open “Why this score?” to see the measures behind it.
Prosperity is strong: in the top 10% of Spanish cities above 50,000.
Household income per person: 19,799 € a year per person — better than 91% of Spanish cities above 50,000
Strong: 91 out of 100, where 50 is typical for the comparison group. These are the measures behind it.
| Measure | Value | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|
| Household income per personCastelldefels · 2024 | 19,799 € a year per person | better than 91% of Spanish cities above 50,000 |
Jobs is above average: in the top quarter of Spanish cities above 50,000.
Unemployment: 6.14% — better than 97% of Spanish cities above 50,000
Above average: 67 out of 100, where 50 is typical for the comparison group. These are the measures behind it.
| Measure | Value | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|
| UnemploymentCastelldefels · 2025 | 6.14% | better than 97% of Spanish cities above 50,000 |
| Unemployment, change in a yearCastelldefels · 2025 | -0.19 points | better than 22% of Spanish cities above 50,000 |
Connectivity is around the middle: better than most major European cities.
Distance to the main airport: 9.30 km — better than 59% of major European cities
Average: 60 out of 100, where 50 is typical for the comparison group. These are the measures behind it.
| Measure | Value | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|
| Distance to the main airportCastelldefels · 2026-10-21 | 9.30 km | better than 59% of major European cities |
Climate is around the middle: in the top quarter of major European cities.
Pleasant days (18–28 °C, dry): 111 days a year — better than 88% of major European cities
Average: 57 out of 100, where 50 is typical for the comparison group. These are the measures behind it.
| Measure | Value | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|
| Pleasant days (18–28 °C, dry)Castelldefels · 2015-01-01..2024-12-31 | 111 days a year | better than 88% of major European cities |
| Days above 35 °CCastelldefels · 2015-01-01..2024-12-31 | 3.20 days a year | better than 39% of major European cities |
| Nights above 20 °CCastelldefels · 2015-01-01..2024-12-31 | 53.3 nights a year | better than 12% of major European cities |
Digital is around the middle: around the middle of Spanish cities above 50,000.
5G coverage: 100% — better than 85% of Spanish cities above 50,000
Average: 56 out of 100, where 50 is typical for the comparison group. These are the measures behind it.
| Measure | Value | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|
| Homes that can get gigabit internetCastelldefels · 2025 | 98.1% | better than 46% of Spanish cities above 50,000 |
| Homes with fibre to the doorCastelldefels · 2025 | 98.1% | better than 42% of Spanish cities above 50,000 |
| 5G coverageCastelldefels · 2025 | 100% | better than 85% of Spanish cities above 50,000 |
Healthcare is around the middle: around the middle of Spanish cities above 50,000.
Life expectancy: 83.4 years — better than 51% of Spanish cities above 50,000
Average: 51 out of 100, where 50 is typical for the comparison group. These are the measures behind it.
| Measure | Value | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|
| Life expectancyCastelldefels · 2023 | 83.4 years | better than 51% of Spanish cities above 50,000 |
Housing is around the middle: around the middle of Spanish cities above 50,000.
House prices, change in a year: 7.26% — better than 93% of Spanish cities above 50,000
Average: 49 out of 100, where 50 is typical for the comparison group. These are the measures behind it.
| Measure | Value | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|
| Rent per m²Castelldefels · 2024 | 12.8 €/m² a month | better than 6% of Spanish cities above 50,000 |
| Rents, change in a yearCastelldefels · 2024 | 3.10% | better than 64% of Spanish cities above 50,000 |
| Buying price per m²Castelldefels · 2026-Q2 | 4,337 €/m² | better than 8% of Spanish cities above 50,000 |
| Rent growth a year, over 3 yearsCastelldefels · 2024 | 3.63% | better than 88% of Spanish cities above 50,000 |
| House prices, change in a yearCastelldefels · 2026-Q2 | 7.26% | better than 93% of Spanish cities above 50,000 |
Transport is around the middle: around the middle of Spanish cities above 50,000.
Commute by public transport: 22.8% — better than 85% of Spanish cities above 50,000
Average: 49 out of 100, where 50 is typical for the comparison group. These are the measures behind it.
| Measure | Value | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|
| Average commute (one way)Castelldefels · 2021 | 49.3 minutes | better than 10% of Spanish cities above 50,000 |
| Commute by carCastelldefels · 2021 | 57.9% | better than 59% of Spanish cities above 50,000 |
| Commute by public transportCastelldefels · 2021 | 22.8% | better than 85% of Spanish cities above 50,000 |
Safety is below average: behind most Spanish cities above 50,000.
Homicides: 2.85 per 100k people — worse than 92% of Spanish cities above 50,000
Below average: 34 out of 100, where 50 is typical for the comparison group. These are the measures behind it.
| Measure | Value | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|
| HomicidesCastelldefels · 2025 | 2.85 per 100k people | better than 8% of Spanish cities above 50,000 |
| Recorded crimeCastelldefels · 2024 | 48.2 per 1,000 people | better than 50% of Spanish cities above 50,000 |
| RobberiesCastelldefels · 2025 | 95.6 per 100k people | better than 43% of Spanish cities above 50,000 |
| BurglariesCastelldefels · 2025 | 161 per 100k people | better than 22% of Spanish cities above 50,000 |
| Sexual offencesCastelldefels · 2024 | 0.48 per 1,000 people | better than 37% of Spanish cities above 50,000 |
| TheftsCastelldefels · 2025 | 1,450 per 100k people | better than 31% of Spanish cities above 50,000 |
| Vehicle theftsCastelldefels · 2025 | 60.0 per 100k people | better than 52% of Spanish cities above 50,000 |
What we cannot score for Castelldefels yet
Highs around 31° in July, lows around 4° in January. 111 pleasant days a year (dry, 18–28 °C). 53 warm nights above 20 °C: check for air-conditioning.
| Month | High | Low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13.1°C | 4.1°C | 37 mm |
| February | 14.8°C | 5.3°C | 28 mm |
| March | 16.8°C | 6.8°C | 49 mm |
| April | 19.2°C | 9.1°C | 59 mm |
| May | 23.3°C | 12.8°C | 44 mm |
| June | 27.5°C | 17.6°C | 40 mm |
| July | 31.1°C | 20.8°C | 28 mm |
| August | 30.8°C | 21.0°C | 40 mm |
| September | 26.5°C | 17.6°C | 63 mm |
| October | 22.4°C | 13.9°C | 77 mm |
| November | 17.3°C | 8.7°C | 68 mm |
| December | 14.5°C | 6.0°C | 32 mm |
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44/100 · average · 83rd of 106 Spanish cities above 50,000
6.1% in 2025
7.3% in Q2 2026
€12.8 per m² a month in 2024
€4,337 per m² in Q2 2026
83.4 years in 2023
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Fit from the data, 0 to 100, against other Spanish cities. Open a group to see the figures behind it.
Nothing stands out.
Not measured yet: Jobs in high-tech sectors, Regulatory quality.
Not measured yet: Jobs in high-tech sectors, Lifestyle, Median gross salary, Youth unemployment (15–24).
Not measured yet: Lifestyle, Walk most.
Not measured yet: Average dwelling size, Education, Environment, Income tax and social security, average earner, Total tax on labour, average earner.
Better nearby for remote workers: Reus (70), L'Hospitalet de Llobregat (67), Cornellà de Llobregat (66)
Not measured yet: Cost of Living, Fixed broadband penetration, Lifestyle.
Nothing stands out.
Better nearby for retirees: Granollers (67), Sant Cugat del Vallès (63), Santa Coloma de Gramenet (61)
Not measured yet: Cost of Living, Doctors, Environment, Nitrogen dioxide (NO₂).
Better nearby for students: Tarragona (61), Barcelona (60), Girona (56)
Not measured yet: Cost of Living, Cycle most, Education, Lifestyle, Price level vs EU average, Walk most, Youth unemployment (15–24).
Nothing stands out.
Better nearby for beach, mountains and the outdoors: Vilanova i la Geltrú (70), Mollet del Vallès (64), Granollers (63)
Not measured yet: Environment, Fine-particle pollution (PM2.5), Lifestyle, Nitrogen dioxide (NO₂), Strong-wind days.
Better nearby for families with children: Sant Cugat del Vallès (58), Viladecans (56), Cerdanyola del Vallès (54)
Not measured yet: 15-year-olds' maths (PISA), Average dwelling size, Childcare availability, Education, Environment, Nitrogen dioxide (NO₂), Pre-primary participation.
Better nearby for budget-conscious movers: Lleida (72), Reus (58), Manresa (57)
Not measured yet: Cost of Living, Households spending >40% of income on housing, Price level vs EU average.
Taxes, residency and the wider economy are set nationally, so they are the same in Castelldefels as anywhere in Spain.
Compared with Castelldefels; each card says where it is better or worse for someone living there.
70 m²: €766 a month
Compare with Castelldefels70 m²: €794 a month
Compare with Castelldefels70 m²: €958 a month
Compare with Castelldefels70 m²: €639 a month
Compare with Castelldefels70 m²: €703 a month
Compare with Castelldefels70 m²: €712 a month
Compare with CastelldefelsFigures are refreshed as new official data is published; the period beside each number says what it covers. “Our read” cards are our inferences from those figures. How we score
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