Key indicators
All figures from official Portuguese public sources. Score out of 100 — higher is better.
The Belas neighbourhood guide
How much does it cost to rent in Belas?
The median rent in Belas is €10.20/m² (INE 2024). A typical 2-bedroom apartment (T2 in Portuguese) of around 70 m² costs approximately €714/month. Rents in Belas (€10.20/m²) are close to the Portuguese national average of €10.50/m².
Is Belas safe?
Sintra recorded 43.8 crimes per 1,000 inhabitants in 2023 (INE), giving Belas a safety score of 41/100. Sintra has 43.8 crimes per 1,000 residents (INE 2023), close to the national average of ~35.
What is the neighbourhood like?
With 26,310 residents (INE Census 2021), With 26,310 residents, Belas is a established neighbourhood in Sintra. The Melhor Zona quality of life score is 55/100, based on real INE data.
Belas at a glance
All data from official Portuguese public sources. Updated June 2026.
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