Sydney Mines
City in Nova Scotia, Canada
Overview
Sydney Mines is a charming community in Nova Scotia known for its rich coal mining history and picturesque coastal views. The town offers a welcoming, tight-knit atmosphere perfect for those looking to experience the real Cape Breton. Visitors will find historic sites, peaceful parks, and scenic drives along the North Atlantic.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Canada
Province
Nova Scotia
Population
14,135
Time Zone
America/Halifax
Coordinates
46.24°, -60.22°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
84
Female Safety
82
LGBTQ+ Safety
80
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$2,127
Local Cost
$1,266
Local Income
$1,750
Cashless
70
English
100
Temperature
6.6°C
Summer Avg
16.3°C
Winter Avg
-2.6°C
Record High
29.0°C
Record Low
-20.8°C
Humidity
84%
Precipitation
1223 mm
Internet Speed
478 Mbps
Upload
638 Mbps
Latency
4 ms
City Vibrancy
4
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
4
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
YQY
Distance
15 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 1 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 2025-12-06.
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 62/100.