Most Dense in Aveiro

Top 45 cities ranked by most dense

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Most Dense — Aveiro

1 Espinho 50,440/mi²

2 São João da Madeira 6,475/mi²

3 Lamas 4,502/mi²

4 Lourosa 3,894/mi²

5 Aveiro 3,638/mi²

6 Fiães 3,428/mi²

7 Arrifana 3,379/mi²

8 Esmoriz 2,870/mi²

9 Arouca 2,858/mi²

10 Cucujães 2,758/mi²

11 Silvalde 2,744/mi²

12 Marco da Oliveirinha 2,650/mi²

13 Barro 2,650/mi²

14 Argoncilhe 2,602/mi²

15 Nogueira da Regedoura 2,549/mi²

16 Quinta do Gato 2,462/mi²

17 Sol Posto 2,462/mi²

18 Gafanha 2,111/mi²

19 Aradas 1,837/mi²

20 Lobão 1,728/mi²

21 São Roque 1,579/mi²

22 Esgueira 1,450/mi²

23 Murtosa 1,397/mi²

24 São João de Ver 1,311/mi²

25 Feira 1,241/mi²

26 Arcos 1,180/mi²

27 Oliveira de Azemeis 1,116/mi²

28 São João 1,110/mi²

29 Vale de Cambra 1,032/mi²

30 Ílhavo 977/mi²

31 Vilar 955/mi²

32 Ovar 858/mi²

33 Águeda 836/mi²

34 Oiã 639/mi²

35 Válega 596/mi²

36 Oliveira do Bairro 591/mi²

37 Eirol 575/mi²

38 Eixo 556/mi²

39 Avanca 543/mi²

40 Macieira de Cambra 521/mi²

41 Branca 502/mi²

42 Beduido 496/mi²

43 Albergaria-a-Velha 424/mi²

44 Cacia 346/mi²

45 Valongo 262/mi²

The most densely populated cities in Aveiro pack the most residents per square mile, creating vibrant urban environments with walkable neighborhoods and extensive public transit. Espinho leads with 50,440 people per square mile.

High population density is often associated with better access to public transportation, more walkable streets, and a wider variety of restaurants, shops, and entertainment options within close proximity. These cities tend to have lower car ownership rates and shorter commute distances.

Dense cities face unique challenges including higher housing costs, limited parking, and potential overcrowding in public spaces. However, they also tend to have lower per-capita carbon footprints due to shared infrastructure and reduced driving.

Did You Know?

1. Espinho has 50,440 people per square mile — that's roughly 79 people per acre.
2. Dense cities tend to have the most walkable neighborhoods and lowest car ownership rates in the country.
3. Urban density can reduce per-capita carbon emissions by up to 50% compared to suburban sprawl.

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