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Dechy, France

Hauts-de-France · France

Dechy is a small city in Hauts-de-France, France with a population of 5,439. Elevation: 112 ft (34 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
5,439 Population 788/sq mi density
112 ft Elevation 34 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
38.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$19,451 Median Income
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.1 / 5.0
$19,451 median income, 22.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$123,800 home value, $619/mo rent

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About Dechy

Dechy

Dechy is a commune in the Nord department in northern France.

People

Population5,439
Density788/mi²

Economy

F
Median Income$19,451
Unemployment22.2%
Poverty27.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$123,800
Rent$619
Housing Units2,176
Rent Burden30.4%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain38.2 in/yr
Sunny Days218/yr
Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Population5,439
Population Density788 / sq mi
Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Coordinates50.3500°, 3.1167°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceHauts-de-France
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation38.2 inches (970 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.7 inches (12 cm)
Median Household Income$19,451

About Dechy

Dechy is a small city in France (Hauts-de-France) with a population of 5,439. The city sits at an elevation of 112 feet (34 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Dechy is $19,451, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 22.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 27.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 326 business establishments.

Income: Dechy vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$19,451
74% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment22.2%
517% above France avg
Poverty Rate27.0%
118% above France avg
Establishments (County)326

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Dechy is $123,800, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $619 (47% below the national average of $1,163). There are 2,176 total housing units in the city. 30.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$123,800
56% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$619
47% below France avg
Rent Burden30.4%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units2,176

Property Tax

Climate in Dechy

Dechy has an average annual temperature of 11.3°C (52°F). The hottest month is Jul (18.9°C), the coldest is Jan (4.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 740 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.1°C / 39°F 1.7° / 6.5° 57.6
Feb 4.8°C / 41°F 1.9° / 7.6° 50.7
Mar 7.5°C / 46°F 3.8° / 11.2° 52.4
Apr 10.6°C / 51°F 6° / 15.1° 45.8
May 13.8°C / 57°F 9.2° / 18.4° 62.2
Jun 16.6°C / 62°F 12° / 21.2° 63.1
Jul 18.9°C / 66°F 14.1° / 23.7° 69.3
Aug 18.8°C / 66°F 13.9° / 23.7° 68.8
Sep 15.8°C / 60°F 11.3° / 20.2° 57.7
Oct 11.9°C / 53°F 8.3° / 15.4° 63.8
Nov 7.6°C / 46°F 4.8° / 10.3° 73.4
Dec 4.6°C / 40°F 2.3° / 7° 75.6
Dechy experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 218 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.2 inches. The area receives 4.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 112 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average53.8°F
0% below France avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days218 days/yr

Geography

Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Area6.9 sq mi (17.9 km²)
Population Density788/sq mi
Coordinates50.3500°N, 3.1167°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.2"
0% below France avg
Snowfall 4.7"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.72"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

38 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M3.2 on Jul 14, 2008.

Jun 20, 1995 1 km N of Ghlin, Belgium M4.3 58 km
Aug 29, 1992 4 km SSE of Cousolre, France M4.1 77 km
Dec 14, 1991 3 km SSE of Longfossé, France M4.0 96 km
Aug 26, 1992 2 km WSW of Rance, Belgium M3.9 84 km
Jan 27, 1998 27 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.8 137 km
Jul 13, 2008 0 km ESE of Court-Saint-Étienne, Belgium M3.8 108 km
Jan 27, 1992 6 km SSE of Longfossé, France M3.5 94 km
Jul 20, 1994 2 km N of Rousies, France M3.5 63 km
Jul 14, 2008 1 km SW of Boussu, Belgium M3.2 48 km
Oct 25, 1998 6 km NNE of Montdidier, France M3.2 81 km
Feb 13, 1997 26 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.2 136 km
Jun 1, 2005 3 km N of Grandvilliers, France M3.1 110 km
Feb 27, 2005 1 km NW of Libercourt, France M3.1 18 km
May 4, 1990 0 km NE of Coquelles, France M3.1 113 km
Jul 20, 1994 1 km NE of Quévy-le-Petit, Belgium M3.1 60 km
Jul 2, 2001 3 km NNE of Oostduinkerke, Belgium M3.1 93 km
Jul 23, 1992 3 km ENE of Sivry, Belgium M3.0 81 km
Nov 25, 1998 26 km N of Grand-Fort-Philippe, France M3.0 122 km
May 1, 1997 21 km W of Fort-Mahon-Plage, France M3.0 132 km
Aug 23, 1994 2 km E of Dikkebus, Belgium M2.9 55 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1858 NORTH SEA Unknown 6.0 m - 130 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 2.2 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.7 in Coldest, Driest
March 44°F (7°C) 2.2 in
April 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.4 in
June 60°F (16°C) 2.6 in
July 65°F (19°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 2.1 in
September 59°F (15°C) 2.4 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.5 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.7 in Wettest
December 40°F (4°C) 2.5 in

Dechy has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 39°F in February to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.7") and February the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Dechy

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Section d'enseignement général et professionnel adapté du Collège Anatole France - - - -
Lycée Arthur Rimbaud - - - -
École élémentaire Joliot-Curie - - - -
Groupe scolaire Paulette Deblock - - - -
Collège Anatole France - - - -
Collège Paul Langevin - - - -
École maternelle de la Longue Borne - - - -
École primaire Roger Salengro - - - -
École primaire Paul Langevin - - - -
École primaire La Sucrerie - - - -
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Radio Stations near Dechy

27 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Galaxie New Wave - MP3 128 kbps
Galaxie FM 95.30 - MP3 128 kbps
ICI NORD régionale UNKNOWN
France Bleu Nord - MP3 128 kbps
Roots Legacy Radio - MP3 224 kbps
ISEKOI Radio | Chill Zone chill, chillout MP3
Galaxie Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Canal FM - MP3 128 kbps
Yellow Radio dance, deep MP3 192 kbps
Métropole FM - AAC+ 320 kbps
ISEKOI Radio | Non-Stop Ambient ambient, meditation OGG
ISEKOI Radio dance, dnb OGG
RCV musique, pop MP3 128 kbps
radio qui chifel (BE) - MP3 256 kbps
Génération Mix pop music AAC 64 kbps
here4ears ambient, chillout MP3 320 kbps
Radio Studio 22 Gullegem, be (BE) - MP3 320 kbps
Radio Bingo - Roeselaere, Be (BE) - MP3 128 kbps
RCV 99 fm electro, jazz MP3 128 kbps
WRadio (BE) dance music, electronic MP3 192 kbps
KL85 (NL) - MP3 128 kbps
ONIB Radio (BE) - MP3
ONIB Disco (BE) - MP3 192 kbps
Mona FM - MP3 128 kbps
Roots Legacy - MP3 224 kbps
CN'O - AAC+ 96 kbps
Radio Scarpe Sensée - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Dechy

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ambulants Postaux Ferroviaires
Aquaterra
Arkéos
Atelier Pacific
Cambrai Tank 1917
Centre de la mine et du chemin de fer
Centre Denis Papin - CMCF Oignies
Centre Historique Minier de Lewarde
Château de Bernicourt
CMCF Oignies
Éco-Musée de Neuville-Saint-Rémy
Fort de Seclin
Fort de Seclin
Le Petit Musée
Le Petit Musée
Les Arcades
Les Arcades
Maison de la colombophilie et du patrimoine local
Maison de la Nature
Maison de Notre Histoire
Maison du Canal
Maison du Patrimoine de Proville
Mine-image de la fosse n° 2 de Oignies (également sur commune de Oignies)
Musée Archéologique Arkeos
Musée d'histoire et d'archéologie
Musée d'Ostrevant
Musée de Cambrai
Musée de la Chartreuse
Musée de la mine et des traditions populaires
Musée de la Vie Rurale
Musée Diocésain d'Art Sacré
Musée Jean et Denise Letaille - Bullecourt 1917
Musée militaire de Cambrai
Musée municipal d'histoire locale
Photothèque
Salle des Batailles

Libraries in Dechy

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque Achille Dupuis0.0
Bibliothèque Comité d'Entreprise Renault Douai0.0
Bibliothéque de Santes0.0
Bibliothéque de Santes0.0
Bibliothèque Gustave Ansart0.0
Bibliothèque La Micheline0.0
Bibliothèque La Péniche0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de Fenain0.0
Bibliothèque municipale Jacques Estager0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale Raymond Vendeville0.0
Bibliothèque principale Marceline Desbordes Valmore0.0
Bibliothèque Raymond Devos0.0
Bibliothèque Raymond Devos0.0
Bibliothèque Universitaire0.0
CDI Lycée Charlotte Perriand0.0
Centre Culturel et d'Animation F. Dolto (Garderie)0.0
Coeur de Bellain, la bibliothèque du centre-ville0.0
Espace Culture Loisirs0.0
La P'tite Récré0.0
Livre pour Tous0.0
Maison rurale - Bibliothèque0.0
Médiath'Aix0.0
Médiathème municipale0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque - ludothèque0.0
Médiathèque André Stil0.0
Médiathèque de Bourghelles0.0
Médiathèque de Brillon0.0
Médiathèque de Carvin0.0
Médiathèque de Chemy0.0
Médiathèque de COURCELLES-LÈS-LENS0.0
Médiathèque de Cysoing0.0
Médiathèque de Fenain0.0
Médiathèque de Gruson0.0
Médiathèque de l'Escaut0.0
Médiathèque de Moncheaux0.0
Médiathèque de Nomain0.0
Médiathèque de Rosult0.0
Médiathèque de Templemars0.0
Médiathèque Entre les lignes0.0
Médiathèque François Mitterand0.0
Médiathèque François Mitterrand0.0
Médiathèque Jacques Duquesne0.0
Médiathèque Jean Ferrat0.0
Médiathèque La Malterie0.0
Médiathèque La Marque Page0.0
Médiathèque La Parenthèse0.0
Médiathèque La Source0.0
Médiathèque Liberté0.0
Médiathèque Louis Aragon0.0
Médiathèque Louis Aragon0.0
Médiathèque Louis Aragon0.0
Médiathèque Louis Baudry0.0
Médiathèque Michel Berger0.0
Médiathèque municipale0.0
Médiathèque Municipale Jean Piat0.0
Médiathèque Nelson Madiba Mandela0.0
Médiathèque Norbert Ségard0.0
Médiathèque René Soler0.0
Médiathèque Saint-Exupéry0.0
Médiathèue de BIllon0.0
Public Library0.0
Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Dechy

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halles de Bernicourt
La Halle de Rosult
Marché Couvert de Bachy
Marché couvert de Cambrai
Marché de Cambrai
Marché de Cysoing
Marché de la Place Saint-Amé
Marché de Noël
Marché de Phalempin
Marché de Proville
Marché de Sainte-Marguerite
Marché de Sainte-Marguerite
Marché de Santes
Marché de Wavrin
Marche fruits & légumes et poissonnerie
Marchés municipaux
Marchés municipaux

Hotels in Dechy

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kyriad Douai

Clinics in Dechy

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Centre Léonard de Vinci

Train Stations in Dechy

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sin-le-Noble

Gas Stations in Dechy

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Auchan

Gyms in Dechy

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Basic-Fit

Breweries in Dechy

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie de Mai
Brasserie de Wagnonville
Brasserie Deplus
Brasserie des 7 Bonnettes
Brasserie du Gorguechon
Brasserie du Pavé
Brasserie La Choulette
Brasserie La Gueule de
Brasserie Paysanne de l'Artois
Brasserie Wattbeer
Ferme brasserie de Beaumont
Ferme de la Tuilerie
Jag&Suk
La Fabriqu' - Brasserie artisanale
Micro brasserie L'estoupette
Micro brasserie L'estoupette

Stadiums & Teams in Dechy

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Dechy

31 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lille AirportLILLarge Airport
Amiens Glisy Airfield-Medium Airport
Chièvres Air Base-Medium Airport
Flanders International Airport Kortrijk-WevelgemKJKMedium Airport
Koksijde Air Base-Medium Airport
Merville-Calonne AirportHZBMedium Airport
Péronne Saint-Quentin Airfield-Medium Airport
Valenciennes-Denain Airfield-Medium Airport
Albert Bray airportBYFSmall Airport
Amougies Airfield-Small Airport
Arras-Roclincourt Airfield-Small Airport
Ath/Isieres Airfield-Small Airport
Bonavis Airfield-Small Airport
Bouttemy DZ-Small Airport
Cambrai Niergnies Airfield-Small Airport
Dunkerque-Les Moëres Airfield-Small Airport
Frétoy-le-Château Airfield-Small Airport
Herlies ULM-Small Airport
La Boisselle Airfield-Small Airport
Lens-Bénifontaine Airfield-Small Airport
Marcq-en-Baroeul Airfield-Small Airport
Maubray Airfield-Small Airport
Montdidier Airfield-Small Airport
Moorsele Airfield-Small Airport
Neuflieux Airfield-Small Airport
Overboelare Airfield-Small Airport
Pont toussaint Airfield-Small Airport
Saint Quentin Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Saint-Ghislain Airfield-Small Airport
Saint-Quentin-Roupy Airfield-Small Airport
Vitry-en-Artois Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Dechy

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bureau de Poste de Dechy
Bureau de Poste des Épis

Churches & Religious Organizations in Dechy

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle des Épis
Église Saint-Amand
Mosquée de l'Union

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Paris

🇫🇷 About France

Capital Paris
Population 66,987,244
Area 547,030 km²
GDP (USD) $3,056,250,648,138
GDP per capita $44,700
HDI 0.917
Life expectancy 82.9 years
Internet users 86.8%
Urban population 78.8%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages French
Calling code +33
TLD .fr
Driving side right

Public Holidays in France

11 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Jour de l'an
Apr 6 Easter Monday Lundi de Pâques
May 1 Labour Day Fête du Travail
May 8 Victory in Europe Day Victoire 1945
May 14 Ascension Day Ascension
May 25 Whit Monday Lundi de Pentecôte
Jul 14 Bastille Day Fête nationale
Aug 15 Assumption Day Assomption
Nov 1 All Saints' Day Toussaint
Nov 11 Armistice Day Armistice 1918
Dec 25 Christmas Day Noël

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dechy

What is the population of Dechy?

Dechy has a population of 5,439 residents and is located in France. The population density is 788 people per square mile, spread across 6.9 square miles.

Is Dechy expensive to live in?

The median household income is $19,451, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $123,800 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $619 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Dechy?

Dechy has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 218 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 38.2 inches, with 4.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Dechy?

The job market in Dechy faces challenges, with unemployment at 22.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 326 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Dechy?

The median home value in Dechy is $123,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $619.

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