In Colfontaine, a municipality with 20,811 residents spread over 13.7 km², houses make up the vast majority of buildings at 95.2%, primarily of the closed type (54.9%) or semi-closed (26.9%). The average age of inhabitants is 39 years, and most people are homeowners, with 69% owning their homes. The average income per person is 13,206€ net annually, and households typically have about 1 car, which is below the national average. The population includes predominantly Belgian nationals (89.4%), alongside smaller communities from Italy, France, and other countries.
Housing prices for sale vary widely in Colfontaine, with houses available from as low as 50,000€ to nearly 700,000€. On average, a house costs around 188,333€. This range reflects the diversity in house sizes and types, with an average of about 5.5 rooms per dwelling, slightly below the national average. Most buildings were constructed around 1920, adding a historical character to many homes.
Accessibility is straightforward thanks to proximity to major highways A7/E19/E42 and A15/E42. The center of Colfontaine is about an 8-minute drive from the A7/E19/E42 and a 21-minute drive from the A15/E42. Public transport includes several TEC bus lines connecting Colfontaine with neighboring towns like Mons, Saint-Ghislain, and Boussu. Nearby train stations include Frameries and Saint-Ghislain.
Families will find local educational options such as 19 nurseries, 15 nursery schools, 15 primary schools, and two secondary schools within the municipality. Daily needs are met by local supermarkets including SPAR, Carrefour, and Delhaize. There is no shared bike or car service currently available in Colfontaine, nor are there EV charging stations in the area. The nearest airport is Brussels South Charleroi Airport, reachable in about 34 minutes by car or just over two hours by public transport.
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