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Hemiksem
City in Flanders, Belgium
Overview
Hemiksem is a charming riverside town just south of Antwerp, known for its abbey and small-town atmosphere. It blends historical heritage with modern amenities, making it ideal for both families and leisurely visitors. The surrounding nature and accessibility to larger cities give it a relaxed yet connected feel.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Belgium
Region
Flanders
Population
11,634
Time Zone
Europe/Brussels
Coordinates
51.14°, 4.34°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
90
LGBTQ+ Safety
85
Traffic Safety
87
Food Safety
99
Monthly Cost
$2,025
Local Cost
$1,330
Local Income
$2,400
Cashless
80
English
70
Temperature
10.4°C
Summer Avg
17.8°C
Winter Avg
3.1°C
Record High
38.6°C
Record Low
-13.6°C
Humidity
83%
Precipitation
763 mm
Internet Speed
61 Mbps
Upload
18 Mbps
Latency
12 ms
City Vibrancy
28
Coworking
0
Cafes
2
Nightlife
14
Parks
12
Transport
83
Walk Score
83
Footways
165.0
Airport
ANR
Distance
10 km
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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 7 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
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 72/100.
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