Categories in Merchtem
Car repairCar Repair and MaintenanceCar WashGas StationNew car dealersParking lots and garagesUsed car dealersBeer DistributorCommercial PrinterDairy FarmFarmingImport Export CompanyWholesalersWood and Laminate Flooring SupplierBoutiqueClothing storesLingerie StoreShoe storesWomen's clothingAssisted Living FacilityCatholic ChurchChapelChurchesCommunity CenterDay Care CenterGovernment OfficeMailing ServicePost OfficeRecycling drop-off locationShipping and Mailing ServiceShipping CompanyShipping ServiceYouth OrganizationComputer ConsultantIT Support & Recovery ServicesSoftware CompanyArchitectsBathroom RemodelerBuilding Construction ContractorBuilding Materials StoreConstruction of buildingsContractorElectrical Installation ServiceElectricianHeating installation and repairHome Goods StoreLand SurveyorPainting and paint contractorsPlumbing installation and repairResidential Building
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Industries
Business Distribution by Industry in Merchtem
| Industry Description | Number of Establishments | Average Age of Business |
|---|---|---|
| Health and medical | 86 | 19 years |
| Shopping | 83 | 24 years |
| Corporate management | 80 | 23 years |
| Restaurants | 78 | 15 years |
| Beauty salons | 59 | — |
| Fruits and vegetables | 59 | — |
| Cafes | 58 | — |
| Accountants | 55 | 26 years |
| Sports clubs | 51 | — |
| Electronics stores | 50 | 32 years |
| Sports other | 48 | 16 years |
| Hairdressers | 39 | — |
| Grocery stores and supermarkets | 38 | 18 years |
Merchtem Facts
| Area | 4.8 km² |
| Population | 7,283 |
| Male Population | 3,578 (49.1%) |
| Female Population | 3,705 (50.9%) |
| Population change (1975 to 2020) | -5.3% |
| Population change (2000 to 2020) | +4.6% |
| Median Age | 42 years (Male: 40.7, Female: 43.2) |
| Neighborhoods | Brussegem, Puurs, Aartselaar, Wijnegem, Ranst |
| Local Time | |
| Timezone | Central European Summer Time |
| Lat & Lng | 50.95129, 4.23197 |
| Postal Codes | 1785 |
Map of Merchtem
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Merchtem Population
Years 1975 to 2020
| Data | 1975 | 1990 | 2000 | 2015 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 7,694 | 6,943 | 6,961 | 7,092 | 7,283 |
| Population Density | 1,619.8 / km² | 1,461.7 / km² | 1,465.5 / km² | 1,493.1 / km² | 1,533.3 / km² |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Merchtem Population change from 2000 to 2015
Increase of 1.9% from year 2000 to 2015
| Location | Change since 1975 | Change since 1990 | Change since 2000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merchtem | -7.8% | +2.1% | +1.9% |
| Belgium | +15.7% | +13.2% | +10% |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Merchtem Median Age
Median Age: 42 years
| Location | Median Age | Median Age (Female) | Median Age (Male) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merchtem | 42 yrs | 43.2 yrs | 40.7 yrs |
| Belgium | 41.3 yrs | 42.5 yrs | 40.3 yrs |
Sources: CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
Merchtem Population Density
Population Density: 1,533 / km²
| Location | Population | Area | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merchtem | 7,283 | 4.75 km² | 1,533 / km² |
| Belgium | 11.3 million | 30,664.8 km² | 368 / km² |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Merchtem Historical and Projected Population
Estimated Population from 0 to 2100
Sources:
- JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
- CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
- [Link] Klein Goldewijk, K., Beusen, A., Doelman, J., and Stehfest, E.: Anthropogenic land use estimates for the Holocene – HYDE 3.2, Earth Syst. Sci. Data, 9, 927–953, https://doi.org/10.5194/essd-9-927-2017, 2017.
Neighborhoods in Merchtem
Percentage of businesses by neighborhood in Merchtem
Area Codes
Percentage Area Codes used by businesses in Merchtem
Price Distribution
Business distribution by price for Merchtem
Human Development Index (HDI)
Statistic composite index of life expectancy, education, and per capita income.
Source: [Link] Kummu, M., Taka, M. &Guillaume, J. Gridded global datasets for Gross Domestic Product and Human Development Index over 1990–2015. Sci Data 5, 180004 (2018) doi:10.1038/sdata.2018.4
Merchtem CO2 Emissions
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Emissions Per Capita in Tonnes Per Year
| Location | CO2 Emissions | CO2 Emissions Per Capita | CO2 Emissions Intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merchtem | 63,788 tn | 8.76 tn | 13,429 tons/km² |
| Belgium | 92,691,347 tn | 8.22 tn | 3,022.7 tons/km² |
Sources: [Link] Moran, D., Kanemoto K; Jiborn, M., Wood, R., Többen, J., and Seto, K.C. (2018) Carbon footprints of 13,000 cities. Environmental Research Letters DOI: 10.1088/1748-9326/aac72a
Merchtem CO2 Emissions
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) | 63,788 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) per capita | 8.76 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions intensity (tonnes/km²/year) | 13,429 tons/km² |
Natural Hazards Risk
Relative risk out of 10
| Hazard | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Flood | Medium (7) |
| Earthquake | Low (2) |
* Risk, particularly concerning flood or landslide, may not be for the entire area.
Sources:
- Dilley, M., R.S. Chen, U. Deichmann, A.L. Lerner-Lam, M. Arnold, J. Agwe, P. Buys, O. Kjekstad, B. Lyon, and G. Yetman. 2005. Natural Disaster Hotspots: A Global Risk Analysis. Washington, D.C.: World Bank. https://doi.org/10.1596/0-8213-5930-4.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Flood Hazard Frequency and Distribution. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4668B3D.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Earthquake Hazard Distribution - Peak Ground Acceleration. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4BZ63ZS.
Recent Nearby Earthquakes
Magnitude 3.0 and greater
| Date▼ | Time↕ | Magnitude↕ | Distance↕ | Depth↕ | Location↕ | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/13/08 | 1:14 AM | 3.3 | 86.1 km | 5,000 m | Belgium | usgs.gov |
| 7/14/08 | 1:33 AM | 3.2 | 66.6 km | 4,000 m | Belgium | usgs.gov |
| 7/13/08 | 1:45 PM | 3.8 | 43 km | 4,000 m | Belgium | usgs.gov |
| 11/10/01 | 12:43 AM | 3.2 | 98.8 km | 10,000 m | Belgium | usgs.gov |
| 6/23/01 | 1:39 AM | 4.8 | 99 km | 10,000 m | Belgium | usgs.gov |
| 6/20/95 | 1:54 AM | 4.3 | 56.9 km | 20,000 m | Belgium | usgs.gov |
| 7/20/94 | 6:01 PM | 3.5 | 74.8 km | 5,000 m | Belgium | usgs.gov |
| 7/20/94 | 6:01 PM | 3.1 | 66.6 km | 5,000 m | Belgium | usgs.gov |
| 6/11/93 | 5:04 PM | 3.3 | 95.3 km | 10,000 m | Belgium | usgs.gov |
| 8/29/92 | 9:22 AM | 4.1 | 82.8 km | 17,900 m | Belgium | usgs.gov |
Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
Merchtem
Merchtem (Dutch pronunciation: [ˈmɛrxtəm]) is a municipality located in the Belgian province of Flemish Brabant. The municipality comprises the villages of Brussegem and Hamme, the hamlet of Ossel and Peizegem, and Merchtem proper. On July 9, 2009, M..
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