Key indicators
All figures from official Portuguese public sources. Score out of 100 — higher is better.
The Caniço neighbourhood guide
How much does it cost to rent in Caniço?
The median rent in Caniço is €9.02/m² (INE 2024). A typical 2-bedroom apartment (T2 in Portuguese) of around 70 m² costs approximately €631/month. Rents in Caniço (€9.02/m²) are close to the Portuguese national average of €10.50/m².
Is Caniço safe?
Santa Cruz recorded 46.3 crimes per 1,000 inhabitants in 2023 (INE), giving Caniço a safety score of 34/100. Santa Cruz has 46.3 crimes per 1,000 residents (INE 2023), close to the national average of ~35.
What is the neighbourhood like?
With 24,046 residents (INE Census 2021), With 24,046 residents, Caniço is a established neighbourhood in Santa Cruz. The Melhor Zona quality of life score is 53/100, based on real INE data.
Caniço at a glance
All data from official Portuguese public sources. Updated June 2026.
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