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Älvängen
City in Västra Götaland, Sweden
Overview
Älvängen is a small, peaceful town in Västra Götaland, Sweden, known for its cozy residential neighborhoods and proximity to scenic countryside. Its local character and tranquil atmosphere make it ideal for families and those seeking a relaxed visit with easy access to Gothenburg by train.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Sweden
County
Västra Götaland
Population
6,634
Time Zone
Europe/Stockholm
Coordinates
57.96°, 12.12°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
93
Female Safety
92
LGBTQ+ Safety
90
Traffic Safety
81
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$1,790
Local Cost
$1,135
Local Income
$2,600
Cashless
96
English
89
Temperature
7.9°C
Summer Avg
16.2°C
Winter Avg
0.1°C
Record High
30.5°C
Record Low
-20.1°C
Humidity
87%
Precipitation
994 mm
City Vibrancy
3
Coworking
0
Cafes
2
Nightlife
1
Parks
0
Transport
32
Walk Score
32
Footways
63.0
Airport
GSE
Distance
25 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.
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 74/100.
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