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Helchteren
City in Flanders, Belgium
Overview
Helchteren is a charming town in Flanders, Belgium, known for its friendly atmosphere, lush green surroundings, and community-focused living. Its small town feel and proximity to natural reserves make it ideal for relaxing getaways and local exploration. With good infrastructure and an authentic Belgian vibe, it provides a peaceful alternative to larger cities.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Belgium
Region
Flanders
Population
30,050
Time Zone
Europe/Brussels
Coordinates
51.06°, 5.38°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
85
Female Safety
83
LGBTQ+ Safety
77
Traffic Safety
87
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$1,998
Local Cost
$1,200
Local Income
$2,350
Cashless
82
English
78
Temperature
10.4°C
Summer Avg
18.3°C
Winter Avg
2.6°C
Record High
40.3°C
Record Low
-16.5°C
Humidity
81%
Precipitation
770 mm
Internet Speed
96 Mbps
Upload
15 Mbps
Latency
15 ms
City Vibrancy
7
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
5
Parks
1
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
MST
Distance
31 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 25 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 74/100.
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