Datteln
City in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Overview
Datteln is a charming town in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, recognized for its canal junction and blend of green spaces with historic sites. While small, it offers a relaxed local vibe and is a gateway to nearby nature reserves and cycling routes.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Germany
Land
North Rhine-Westphalia
Population
35,200
Time Zone
Europe/Berlin
Coordinates
51.66°, 7.35°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
89
Female Safety
88
LGBTQ+ Safety
80
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$1,947
Local Cost
$1,140
Local Income
$2,750
Cashless
73
English
73
Temperature
9.6°C
Summer Avg
17.9°C
Winter Avg
1.6°C
Record High
39.2°C
Record Low
-17.5°C
Humidity
83%
Precipitation
883 mm
Internet Speed
177 Mbps
Upload
27 Mbps
Latency
16 ms
City Vibrancy
24
Coworking
0
Cafes
7
Nightlife
5
Parks
12
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
DTM
Distance
24 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 24 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 72/100.