This content was generated using artificial intelligence based on publicly available information. It is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, immigration, or professional advice. Information may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with official sources before making decisions.
Data Source: Safety, crime, and quality metrics are sourced from Numbeo, a crowd-sourced global database of reported data.
All scores are relative comparisons on a 0-100 scale, where 50 = global average. Higher scores mean better than average, lower scores mean worse than average.
Bourgoin offers a grounded French provincial life with a small but established expat presence, centered around neighborhoods like Place Henri Drevet where daily errands and café culture unfold at an unhurried pace. The cost of living remains reasonable compared to major Western cities, making homeownership accessible, while healthcare and public transport meet solid regional standards.
Safety is generally good, though not exceptional, and the area lacks the international amenities some expats expect—think limited English-speaking services and modest transit connections beyond the region. It’s well-suited for those prioritizing quiet stability over urban convenience or expat community size.
Bourgoin has an oceanic climate with a semi-continental influence, giving it warm summers and cool winters. Long-term climate normals for the area show July around 19.5–21.8°C and January around 3.6–4.4°C, with moderate year-round humidity and rainfall that is spread across the seasons. The current clear-sky, 19.93°C reading is consistent with its mild warm-season conditions.
Summer Average
21°C
Winter Average
4°C
Climate Type
Oceanic
Rainy Days
110
Sunny Days
205
Humidity
76%
Spring
March - May
7-16°C
Spring is mild and changeable, with temperatures rising steadily from cool March conditions to pleasantly warm May afternoons. Rain is common enough to keep the landscape green, and sunshine increases through the season.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
June - August
18-28°C
Summer is generally warm but not extreme, with the warmest period typically in July and August. Thunderstorms can occur, but there are also many sunny days and comfortable evenings.
Moderate rainfall
Autumn
September - November
8-18°C
Autumn brings a clear cooling trend, with mild September weather followed by noticeably cooler and wetter conditions in October and November. Cloud cover increases and the air often feels damp.
Moderate rainfall
Winter
December - February
0-8°C
Winter is cool to cold, with average temperatures near freezing at night and only modest daytime warmth. Snow can occur, but rain and grey, overcast days are also common.
Moderate rainfall
Loading Weather...
Air Quality
Bourgoin
Advantages
Bourgoin
Abundant parks and green spaces
Strong school network nearby
Rich cultural attractions available
Affordable French living costs
Close to Lyon amenities
Disadvantages
Bourgoin
Limited higher education options
Sparse public transportation
Few job opportunities locally
Minimal nightlife and entertainment
Limited coworking infrastructure
Safety & Security in Bourgoin
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Poor
39
/100
France Avg
55
Europe Avg
58
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
Thermometer compares Bourgoin to France averages using different marker styles.Compare:
Bourgoin
France Average
Safety Index
0510
Critical
Safety from Crime
0510
Dangerous
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Low
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Critical
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Dangerous
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Dangerous
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: 86/100
No data for Bourgoin — showing hazard indicators from nearby Villeurbanne (~36 km).
