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Outreau offers a quiet, family-friendly coastal lifestyle with a strong sense of community, just minutes from the cultural and economic opportunities of larger urban centers. Life here moves at a relaxed pace, shaped by seaside rhythms and easy access to nature—ideal for those seeking stability without isolation. Housing remains more affordable than in major French cities, and public services, including healthcare and transit, are reliable for a town of its size. Still, international amenities and expat networks are limited, and a car is often necessary. While integration requires effort, the setting appeals to those who value simplicity and proximity to the sea over urban convenience.
Population
15,648
Area
2 km²
Density
9,370 per km²
Founded
-
Language
French
Distance to Coast
3 km
Districts & Neighborhoods in Outreau
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Climate & Weather in Outreau
Outreau has an oceanic climate (Köppen Cfb) with mild temperatures, frequent winds, and no dry season. Long-term climate normals for nearby Boulogne-sur-Mer and the Outreau area indicate cool summers, relatively mild winters, and precipitation spread through the year, with notably high humidity and low sunshine for northern France.
Summer Average
18°C
Winter Average
5°C
Climate Type
Oceanic
Rainy Days
170
Sunny Days
170
Humidity
78%
Spring
March - May
8-15°C
Spring is cool to mild, with changeable weather, passing showers, and increasing sunshine toward late May. Coastal winds remain common, and conditions can shift quickly from cloudy to bright intervals.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
June - August
16-22°C
Summer is generally comfortable rather than hot, with occasional warm spells moderated by the nearby English Channel. Rain can occur at any time, but the season is typically drier and brighter than autumn and winter.
Moderate rainfall
Autumn
September - November
10-17°C
Autumn is often windy, cool, and increasingly wet as Atlantic systems become more frequent. Cloud cover rises and temperatures fall steadily through the season.
High rainfall
Winter
December - February
3-8°C
Winter is cool and damp rather than severely cold, with occasional frost but relatively rare prolonged freezes. Cloudy skies, strong winds, and periodic rain are typical.
Moderate rainfall
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Air Quality
Outreau
Advantages
Outreau
Abundant parks and green spaces
Strong local school network
Quiet, family-friendly community
Affordable housing costs
Close to Boulogne amenities
Disadvantages
Outreau
No universities nearby
Zero cultural sites
Limited job opportunities
No coworking spaces
Lacking nightlife options
Safety & Security in Outreau
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Moderate
53
/100
France Avg
55
Europe Avg
58
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
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Outreau
France Average
No city-specific data available — showing France country averages instead.
Safety Index
0510
Low
Safety from Crime
0510
Concerning
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Moderate
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Low
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Concerning
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Concerning
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: 60/100
No data for Outreau — showing hazard indicators from nearby Folkestone (~51 km).
