Balenyà is a municipality in the Osona region of Barcelona that combines a peaceful natural setting with good rail and highway connectivity. It stands out for its low unemployment rate, high walkability, and clean air.
Housing Market: Rent & Buy
Official MIVAU & INE data reference
Severe Stress
Average monthly rentAverage ~75 sqm flat
1.190 €/ mo
Rental unit priceMonthly rent per sqm
15,87 €/m²/ mo
Household effort ratio% of net household income (target < 33%)
40,1%Severe Stress
Average purchase priceRegistered transactions per sqm
2.630 €/ m²
Estimated mortgage~75 sqm (197.250 €), 80% LTV, 30y at 3%
~665 €/ mo
Breakdown of 20 Metrics
Each indicator is scored from 1 to 5. Weights reflect its impact on quality of life.
Air Quality
4.9
5%
Los registros ambientales reflejan una atmósfera limpia con niveles muy reducidos de dióxido de nitrógeno y partículas en suspensión. — AQI: 26
Climate
4.0
4%
Presenta un régimen mediterráneo de media montaña con temperaturas templadas y una generosa insolación a lo largo del año. — Horas de sol anuales: 2.520 h
Healthcare
3.0
9%
2 healthcare facilities within 5 km. Average rating: 4.2/5 (0 reviews). Notable: Farmàcia Mataró Reixach, Guillem, Cap de Balenyà.
Education
2.8
8%
5 educational centres within 5 km. Average rating: 4.2/5 (0 reviews). Notable: Institut Escola Carles Capdevila, Escola Xoriguer, Escola Municipal de Música de Centelles, AIM, Escola Bressol el Roc Petit.
Leisure & Culture
2.7
5%
17 leisure & dining venues within 5 km. Average rating: 4.2/5 (0 reviews). Notable: El Nadal, La Barretina, Gurneet Kebab-Pizzeria-Bar, Casal Francesc Macià, Biblioteca municipal i escolar El Drac.
Green Spaces
4.9
5%
13 places within 5 km. Average rating: 4.2/5 (0 reviews).
Transport
3.7
6%
Conexión por carretera con la capital provincial (Barcelona) a 47 min (59 km). Líneas regulares de autobús interurbano y acceso a la red viaria comarcal. — Barcelona a 47 min (59 km)
Local Commerce
2.6
5%
4 shops & services within 5 km. Average rating: 4.2/5 (0 reviews). Notable: Can Girabent, Supermercat Centelles, Suma.
Civic Vitality
4.5
4%
Social sentiment analysed from opinions on social media and review platforms.
Digital Administration
3.1
2%
Mantiene portal municipal institucional para gestiones ciudadanas, perfiles sociales activos e información enciclopédica estructurada. — Portal web y redes sociales operativos
Per Capita Income
3.6
7%
Average gross income: 18.900€/person (2024, INE ADRH).
Public Safety
2.4
7%
Public safety based on local incidents and citizen perception. 0 open incidents.
Heritage & Tourism
3.2
3%
3 accommodations & tourist attractions within 5 km. Average rating: 4.2/5 (0 reviews). Notable: Refugi Granja 1, Refugi Moianès 1, Monument a Ildefons Cerdà.
Housing
2.0
7%
Mercado tensionado (40.1% de esfuerzo sobre renta). Alquiler medio: 15.87 €/m²/mes (~1190 €/mes) y venta a 2630 €/m².
Employment
3.9
8%
Paro registrado oficial (SEPE 2026-03): 177 demandantes (9,9% estimado sobre población activa) (Servicios: 121, Industria: 25).
Sports
2.7
3%
20 sports facilities within 5 km. Average rating: 4.2/5 (0 reviews). Notable: Forum, Befitness Centelles.
Pet-Friendly
4.8
2%
No se dispone de registros oficiales específicos sobre áreas caninas acotadas o servicios veterinarios verificables. — Sin registros caninos específicos
Walkability
4.1
5%
Estructura urbana compacta que permite acceder caminando en pocos minutos a colegios, farmacia, transporte y compras. — Media a pie a servicios: 7 min
Sustainability
4.2
5%
Elevado potencial de generación solar fotovoltaica combinado con un aire limpio y un entorno predominantemente verde. — Potencial solar: 5.700 kWh/año
Cycling
4.3
3%
2 bicycle shops & repair within 5 km. Average rating: 4.2/5 (0 reviews).
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