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Neighborhood Directory

Caen, Normandie, France

Overview

A source-backed directory of neighborhoods in Caen, drawn from Overture Maps and OpenStreetMap data.

Source-backed neighborhood directory

Only mapped neighborhoods are highlighted — blank areas may not have coverage yet.

Authie Sud

neighborhood Overture

Avenue de Bagatelle

admin_level:11 OSM

Avenue de Bruxelles

admin_level:11 OSM

Avenue de Courseulles

Quiet residential area OSM

Avenue de Courseulles is a residential street in the northwestern part of Caen, mostly lined with houses and small apartment buildings. Local shops and a supermarket serve daily needs for residents.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
SupermarketLocal bakeryBus stopsProximity to schools

Avenue de Creully

Quiet residential OSM

Avenue de Creully is a residential street located in the northwest of Caen, known for its quiet environment. It features mid-century apartment blocks and houses with nearby schools and local shops.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local schoolsSmall parksNear CHU CaenConvenience stores

Avenue Victor Vinde

Quiet residential strip OSM

Avenue Victor Vinde lies in a residential area with small apartment buildings and local shops. It sees light traffic and offers basic everyday conveniences.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local bakerySmall grocery storesApartment blocks

Bas de Venoix

Suburban residential Overture

Bas de Venoix is a quiet residential area to the southwest of central Caen. Most streets feature houses and small apartment blocks with local shops nearby.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Low-rise housingLocal bakeriesEasy access to ring road

Beaulieu

Low-key residential Overture

Beaulieu is mostly residential and known for its quiet streets. The area has a mix of single-family homes and small apartment buildings.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local grocery shopsGreen spacesFamily housing

Boulevard Aristide Briand

admin_level:11 OSM

Boulevard Leroy

Ordinary residential OSM

Boulevard Leroy is a residential area in Le Mans, mostly made up of apartment blocks and small shops. Streets here are quieter, with light traffic except during school hours.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local bakerySchool zoneBasic grocery shops

Boulevard Maréchal Leclerc

Busy commercial boulevard OSM

Boulevard Maréchal Leclerc is a main artery with mixed-use buildings, connecting central Nice to residential areas. Traffic is heavy during rush hour and shops line both sides.

Cost
$$
Safety
3/5
Numerous local shopsMain bus routesDense apartment blocks

Boulevard Raymond Poincaré

Mixed-use urban corridor OSM

Boulevard Raymond Poincaré is a main road lined with apartment blocks, a mix of shops, and some local businesses. It is busy with car traffic and daytime activity.

Cost
$$
Safety
3/5
Major thoroughfareLocal shopsApartment housingHeavy traffic

Calvaire Saint-Pierre

Quiet suburb Overture

Calvaire Saint-Pierre is a residential area with a mix of apartments and houses. Most amenities are local, and public transport connects it to central Toulouse.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local shopsNear Parc de la MaourineBus connectionsFamily housing

Champagne

neighborhood Overture

Chardonnerêts

neighborhood Overture

Chemin des Fossés du Château

admin_level:11 OSM

Chemin Vert

Suburban residential Overture

Chemin Vert is a quiet residential neighborhood in Caen with a mix of low-rise apartment blocks and green spaces. It has a local feel and is somewhat removed from the city center.

Cost
$
Safety
4/5
Many parksAffordable housingCommunity facilities

Claude Decaen

neighborhood Overture

Fossés Saint-Julien

Suburban residential OSM

Fossés Saint-Julien is mainly residential, with older apartment blocks and a few small local shops. Streets are quiet and see little through traffic.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local grocery storesOlder housingQuiet streets

Hameau de la Folie Couvrechef

Peaceful suburban Overture

Hameau de la Folie Couvrechef is a quiet residential area on the outskirts of Caen with mostly single-family homes and some local shops. Green spaces dot the streets, attracting families seeking calm away from city traffic.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Single-family housingLocal bakeriesSmall parkQuiet streets

Jardin des Plantes

neighborhood Overture

La Demi-Lune

Quiet suburban Overture

La Demi-Lune is a mostly residential area with a calm atmosphere and some local shops along its main routes. It draws families for its proximity to schools and green spaces.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
Local schoolsSmall parksNeighborhood shops

La Grace de Dieu Est

neighborhood Overture

La Grace de Dieu Ouest

Quiet residential Overture

La Grace de Dieu Ouest is a residential zone southeast of Port-au-Prince, mostly made up of modest housing and small local shops. Traffic can be heavy during the day, and basic amenities are present but limited.

Cost
$
Safety
2/5
Local marketsSimple eateriesAccess to main roads

La Grace de Dieu Sud

Suburban residential Overture

La Grace de Dieu Sud is a quiet residential area with blocks of apartment buildings and local shops. Access to public transport is limited but car parking is easier than in the city center.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local grocery storesSchoolsWide streetsAffordable housing

La Gueriniere Est

Quiet residential zone Overture

La Gueriniere Est is mostly residential, with apartment blocks and a few small local shops. Public transport links are frequent and direct.

Cost
$$
Safety
3/5
Local grocery shopsBus line accessApartment complexes

La Guérinière Ouest

neighborhood Overture

La Haie Vigné

microhood Overture

La Maladrerie

Quiet residential area Overture

La Maladrerie is a mostly residential neighborhood in Aubervilliers, with late 20th-century apartment blocks and pockets of social housing. It has limited commerce and few amenities beyond basic shops.

Cost
$
Safety
2/5
Social housing complexesBasic grocery storesCommunity health center

La Prairie

Suburban residential Overture

La Prairie is a quiet residential suburb south of Montreal with a mix of established homes and newer developments. Local amenities and schools serve family needs.

Cost
$$
Safety
5/5
Historic old town areaLocal schoolsProximity to St Lawrence River

Le Bas Vaucelles

Residential with transit links Overture

Le Bas Vaucelles is a mixed residential and commercial area, mostly quiet but active along major streets. The neighborhood sees steady traffic near the railway and offers practical services to locals.

Cost
$$
Safety
3/5
Proximity to train stationLocal shopsApartment blocksMain road access

Le Beau Site

Calm residential Overture

Le Beau Site is a quiet residential area with low-rise apartment blocks and local shops. It is mostly home to families and retirees.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local grocery storesFew cafesNear city parks

Lebisey

neighborhood Overture

Le Bon Sauveur

neighborhood Overture

Le Château

Quiet historic area Overture

Le Château is a historic district dominated by old stone buildings and narrow streets. It is mostly residential but features a few small local cafes and boutiques.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
16th-century architectureLocal cafesResidential streets

Le Marais

neighborhood Overture

Le Port

Industrial port zone Overture

Le Port is the main commercial harbor area of Saint-Denis with warehouses, industrial businesses, and a few residential pockets. Most activity centers around shipping and logistics.

Cost
$$
Safety
3/5
Major shipping hubFreight operationsLimited housingWorker cafes

Les Coutures

neighborhood Overture

Méridien

Local residential zone Overture

Méridien is a largely residential area known for mid-rise apartments and quiet streets, with some small shops and cafes scattered along main roads. Many locals commute from here due to easy access to transit lines.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Mid-rise apartmentsLocal cafesTransit connections

Mont-Coco

Quiet residential hill Overture

Mont-Coco is a residential hilltop area with a mix of mid-century apartment blocks and small parks. Local shops and cafes cluster near the main road, while most streets are quiet.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Mid-century apartmentsNeighborhood parksLocal cafesHilltop views

Pierre Heuze Nord

Suburban residential Overture

Pierre Heuze Nord is a residential area in Caen with low-rise apartment blocks and a few small local shops. Most streets are quiet, and daily life is centered around families.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local schoolsPlaygroundsSmall grocery stores

Pierre Heuze Sud

Quiet suburban area Overture

Pierre Heuze Sud is mostly residential with several local shops and a few small parks. Traffic stays moderate and amenities are practical, not fancy.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local marketsPublic parksFamily housing

Place David Badache

Local commerce hub Overture

Place David Badache is a central square in Aubervilliers surrounded by residential buildings and local shops. Public transport and cafes sit nearby, drawing steady foot traffic.

Cost
$$
Safety
3/5
Metro accessLocal cafésMarket stalls

Place du 36ème Régiment d'Infanterie

microhood Overture

Place Venoise

Residential, everyday errands Overture

Place Venoise is a quiet residential quarter with small apartment blocks and basic local shops. The area draws steady traffic from nearby schools and offices.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local bakerySmall playgroundPublic school

Préfecture

neighborhood Overture

Quartier Branville

neighborhood Overture

Quartier Calmette

Quiet residential Overture

Quartier Calmette is a mostly residential area with a mix of mid-rise apartment blocks and older homes. Schools and small businesses line the main roads.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local schoolsSmall grocery shopsCommunity parks

Quartier des Boutiques

Fashion retail hub Overture

Quartier des Boutiques has a dense collection of designer stores and independent shops. Most streets are packed during afternoons and weekends.

Cost
$$$$
Safety
4/5
High-end boutiquesIndependent retailersCafés frequented by shoppersFrequent sidewalk displays

Quartier du Vieux Cimetière

neighborhood Overture

Quartier Malherbe

neighborhood Overture

Résidence des Mauvis

Quiet residential area Overture

Résidence des Mauvis is a residential zone mainly made up of low-rise apartment buildings. Local services like grocery shops and schools are within walking distance.

Cost
$$
Safety
3/5
Local schoolsSmall grocery storesApartment complexes

Résidence du Chardonneret

Family-focused residential Overture

Résidence du Chardonneret is a quiet residential development mostly known for its apartment blocks. Local shops and basic services are within walking distance.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Apartment complexesLocal grocery shopsPlaygrounds

Résidence du Pré Clair

Middle-class residential Overture

Résidence du Pré Clair is a residential area mostly made up of modern apartment blocks and family homes. It stays quiet most days, with few commercial spots nearby.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Modern housingFamily-orientedLimited shopsGreen spaces

Résidence Jean Racine

Quiet residential Overture

Résidence Jean Racine is a residential area with mid-rise apartment blocks. Residents benefit from basic local commerce and direct access to the nearby tram line.

Cost
$$
Safety
3/5
Tram line accessLocal grocery shopsApartment complexes

Résidence les Pinsons

neighborhood Overture

Résidence l'Orée d'Hastings

Quiet residential zone Overture

Résidence l'Orée d'Hastings is a residential area with apartment complexes and green spaces. Most residents are families and workers commuting to nearby business districts.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local schoolsParksModern apartments

Rue Basse

Residential and low-key OSM

Rue Basse is a quiet residential street with small local shops and older apartment blocks. It mostly attracts long-term residents seeking a calm environment.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local bakeriesPost-war apartmentsMinimarket

Rue Caponière

Mixed residential strip OSM

Rue Caponière runs west from Caen's center, lined with apartments and older buildings. It connects the city to university campuses and local shops.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Bus connectionsProximity to University of CaenLocal grocers

Rue Charles Lemaître

Suburban residential OSM

Rue Charles Lemaître is a residential street with apartment blocks and some local shops. Quiet most of the day, it sits near several schools.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local grocery storesPrimary school nearbyPublic transport stops

Rue de Bayeux

admin_level:11 OSM

Rue de Beaulieu

Suburban residential OSM

Rue de Beaulieu is a residential street with low-rise apartments and small local shops. It's mostly quiet, with limited nightlife or commercial activity.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local bakeriesSmall convenience storesQuiet atmosphere

Rue de Cussy

Residential family area OSM

Rue de Cussy is mainly residential with a mix of small shops and older apartment buildings. The area is quiet and draws local families.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local bakeriesOlder apartmentsSmall groceries

Rue de Grentheville

Peaceful suburb OSM

Rue de Grentheville is a quiet residential street known for detached houses and small local shops. Daily life centers around familiar faces and practical amenities.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Traditional homesLocal bakerySmall grocerySteady traffic

Rue de la Guérinière

Suburban residential OSM

Rue de la Guérinière is a quiet residential street with low-rise apartment blocks and some small local shops. Most buildings date from the late twentieth century.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local bakeriesApartment blocksEasy access to bus lines

Rue de la Hache

Quiet historic street OSM

Rue de la Hache is a narrow street in central Strasbourg known for its old half-timbered houses. The area is mostly residential with a few small cafes and shops.

Cost
$$$
Safety
5/5
Traditional Alsatian architectureLocal cafesCentral location

Rue des Bouviers

Residential and local OSM

Rue des Bouviers is a quiet street known for residential buildings and small local shops. The area attracts families and professionals looking for calm surroundings.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local grocery shopsFamily housingLimited nightlife

Rue Desmoueux

Low-key residential OSM

Rue Desmoueux is a quiet street mostly lined with older residential buildings and small local shops. Most traffic here is foot and bike, not cars.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local bakeries19th-century façadesMinimal nightlife

Rue des Prairies Saint-Gilles

admin_level:11 OSM

Rue des Sablons

admin_level:11 OSM

Rue du Chemin des Poissonniers

admin_level:11 OSM

Rue du Chemin Vert

Quiet local street OSM

Rue du Chemin Vert is a mostly residential street with some small shops and local cafés. Located in Paris's 11th arrondissement, it offers easy access to practical amenities and public transit.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local cafésConvenience storesNear Metro line 8

Rue du Long Bouet

Quiet local area OSM

Rue du Long Bouet is a residential street with local shops and apartment blocks. Traffic is steady and most amenities are within walking distance.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Neighborhood bakerySmall grocery storeApartment housing

Rue du Marais

Quiet residential OSM

Rue du Marais is a residential street with some historic buildings and small local shops. The area attracts older residents and families looking for quiet surroundings.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Historic architectureFamily-owned bakeriesLimited nightlife

Rue Guillaume le Conquérant

Quiet residential, historic OSM

Rue Guillaume le Conquérant is a residential street in central Rouen known for its historic architecture. Local shops and cafés line the area, drawing steady foot traffic.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
Medieval facadesIndependent cafésCentral location

Rue Michel Lasne

Residential, low-key OSM

Rue Michel Lasne runs through a residential area with apartment blocks and small local shops. The street is quiet and mostly used by locals.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local bakeriesNear Parc de la Roche

Rue Saint-Norbert

Residential, low-key OSM

Rue Saint-Norbert is a quiet residential street with a mix of modern apartments and older walk-ups. Local shops and cafés line the main nearby intersections.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local bakeriesSmall grocery storesProximity to metro

Rue Samuel Bochard

admin_level:11 OSM

Sainte-Thérèse

neighborhood Overture

Saint-Gilles

microhood Overture

Saint-Jean

microhood Overture

Saint-Jean Eudes

neighborhood Overture

Saint-Julien

neighborhood Overture

Saint-Nicolas

neighborhood Overture

Saint-Paul

Historic old town Overture

Saint-Paul mixes historic architecture with creative shops and small cafes. Stone streets show its medieval roots while local galleries reflect a lively art scene.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
16th-century churchArt galleriesIndependent boutiquesMedieval streets

Théâtre

Arts and business zone Overture

Théâtre is a lively downtown area known for its cultural institutions and proximity to office buildings. The streets see heavy foot traffic during both day and evening.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
Main theatersGovernment officesBusy cafésCentral transit hub

Université

neighborhood Overture

Verte Vallée

neighborhood Overture

Zac de la Folie Couvrechef Est

Modern residential Overture

Zac de la Folie Couvrechef Est is a newer residential zone on the outskirts of Caen, with mixed housing and some local shops. Traffic is quieter compared to city center streets.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
New apartment blocksSome local eateriesQuiet streets

Zac de la Folie Couvrechef Ouest

Suburban residential zone Overture

Zac de la Folie Couvrechef Ouest is a modern housing area with new apartment blocks, offices, and basic retail. It sits on the western edge of Caen and offers little nightlife or leisure options.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
New-build apartmentsOffice complexesGrocery and convenience stores

Zone Activite Nord Est

neighborhood Overture

Zone Activite Nord-Ouest

neighborhood Overture

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