Stargard Castle: Survey confirms high quality of life in comparison!

Stargard Castle: Survey confirms high quality of life in comparison!

In picturesque Burg Stargard, a small town in the Mecklenburg Lake District, the quality of life shines according to the latest results of the Heimatcheck with an impressive overall rating of 6.5. This number is comfortably above the national average of 5.88 in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. The survey, in which 69 residents of the city took part, shows that there are many aspects that are important to residents. A total of over 16,500 people in the region were surveyed, and satisfaction is already high in the region.

Stargard Castle, which extends in the Linde Valley southeast of Neubrandenburg, scores not only with its historic castle complex from the 13th century, but also with its pleasant living atmosphere. The city, which was first mentioned in documents in 1170, has developed steadily since then and is now home to around 5,171 people (as of December 31, 2024). The categories family & children (7.54), cleanliness (7.48) and quality of life (7.31) were rated particularly positively, while transport connections were rated as more likely to be improved.

A look at the rating categories

• Familie & Kinder: 7,54
• Sauberkeit: 7,48
• Lebensqualität: 7,31
• Sport & Vereine: 7,14
• Verkehr: 5,17
• Immobilienmarkt: 5,73
• ÖPNV: 5,88
• Gesundheitsversorgung: 5,92
• Netzabdeckung: 6,19

Although the city ranks in the middle of the county in many categories, it is among the top ten in the county for public safety as well as health care and public transportation. However, most participants in the survey also expressed some wishes and criticisms that should be incorporated into the further development of the city. These include a halt to the expansion of planned wind turbines, more leisure opportunities for children and better bus connections to Neubrandenburg. The expansion of the cycle path network and the provision of public toilets in the market were also discussed.

Population structure and history

Among the 69 participants in the survey, there were 39 men and 30 women, belonging to different age groups. While 13 participants were under 40 years old, the age group between 40 and 59 years old was the largest group with 33 people. It should also not be neglected that more than two thirds of the survey participants are married. The city brings together an interesting history and a lively present, making it an attractive place to live.

With a strong local administration under Mayor Tilo Lorenz (CDU) and a committed city council that stands for election every year, Burg Stargard shows that it has a good hand for the challenges of the future. The renovation measures of the castle and the historic town center from 1991 have noticeably beautified the townscape and emphasized the charm of the place.

The results from the surveys on satisfaction with the living situation are part of a broad study that looked at Germans in general. The survey, which was commissioned by the Sparda banks, provides valuable insights into residential satisfaction. In this context, Stargard Castle certainly has its strengths, even if there are still some challenges ahead in order to further improve the quality of life. Information on the housing situation in Germany and citizens' satisfaction can be found on Statista.

Overall, Stargard Castle is a city with a lot of potential and a long history. It remains tasked with taking residents' concerns seriously and continuously improving living conditions while maintaining the high standard of living that characterizes it. This means that the city in the Mecklenburg Lake District remains a multi-faceted and attractive place that combines old traditions with modern living standards.